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Irene Cara Escalera (March 18, 1959 – November 25, 2022) was an American singer and actress who rose to prominence for her role as Coco Hernandez in the 1980 musical film Fame, and for recording the film's title song "Fame", which reached No. 1 in several countries.
Nov 26, 2022 · The Oscar, Golden Globe and Grammy-winning star of the 1980s musical films passed away at her home in Florida. She was known for her hits such as Fame, Flashdance ... What a Feeling and Out Here on My Own.
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Nov 26, 2022 · Irene Cara, who belted out the title tracks of two beloved song-and-dance movies of the 1980s, “Flashdance” and “Fame,” has died. She was 63.
Feb 2, 2023 · Irene Cara died at her home in Largo, Florida on Nov. 25 at age 63. The cause of death for "Fame" and "Flashdance" singer Irene Cara has been revealed.
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Irene Cara was a singer, songwriter, actress, and producer who won an Oscar, multiple Grammys, and a Golden Globe for her work in 'Fame' and 'Flashdance'. She also starred in 'Sparkle', 'Roots: The Next Generation', and 'Happily Ever After'.
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Nov 26, 2022 · Fame and Flashdance singer Irene Cara has died at the age of 63. The American singer and actress was best known for her title track in the 1980 film Fame, as well as co-writing and singing the...
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Nov 26, 2022 · Actress and singer Irene Cara, an Oscar and Grammy winner best known for the theme songs of “Fame” and “Flashdance” in the early ’80s, has died, her publicist said.
