Prayers are in order as sad news has been reported that the legendary, Bronx, New York native, Irene Cara has passed away at the age of 63 year old.
According to a report the Oscar and Grammy Award winning actress/singer, Irene Cara, best known for her role in ‘Fame’ the movie and her iconic Oscar for Best Original Song for “What a Feeling” passed away in her Florida home Friday, according to her rep. Details surrounding her death were not disclosed.
“It is with profound sadness that on behalf of her family I announce the passing of Irene Cara. Irene’s family has requested privacy as they process their grief. She was a beautifully gifted soul whose legacy will live forever through her music and films.”
We will be keeping the family, friends and colleagues of Irene Cara uplifted in our prayers.
This is the absolute worst part of being a publicist. I can’t believe I’ve had to write this, let alone release the news. Please share your thoughts and memories of Irene. I’ll be reading each and every one of them and know she’ll be smiling from Heaven. She adored her fans. – JM pic.twitter.com/TsC5BwZ3fh
— Irene Cara (@Irene_Cara) November 26, 2022