Irene Cara dead: Flashdance and Fame singer dies aged 63

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “It is with profound sadness that on behalf of her family I announce the passing of Irene Cara,” read the message, shared on social media. Irene Cara performing in the 1980 film ‘Fame' “Irene’s family has requested privacy as they process their grief. “Funeral services are pending and a memorial for her fans will be planned at a future date.” Cara was also known for her lead role in the 1976 musical drama Sparkle. Her performance in Fame resulted in a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress, while her famous Flashdance song also won her two Grammy awards: for Best Album of Original Score Written for a Motion Picture or a Television Special and for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance.