The “Flashdance… What a Feeling” singer died at her Florida home.
The multi-hyphenate died at her home in Florida, her publicist Judith A. Moose confirmed on social media.
“Irene’s family has requested privacy as they process their grief,” she continued.
Irene Cara, the Oscar-winning ‘Flashdance… What a Feeling’ singer and ‘Fame’ actress, has died.Aaron Rapoport/Corbis/Getty
“She was a beautifully gifted soul whose legacy will live forever through her music and films.
Funeral services are pending and a memorial for her fans will be planned at a future date.”
Born in New York City, Irene Cara Escalera was raised with a passion for entertainment.
In 1983, Cara lent her voice to another film soundtrack:Flashdance,starringJennifer BealsandMichael Nouri.
