'Fame' and 'Flashdance' singer-actor Irene Cara dies at 63

Oh No! Many condolences to her family. She was one of the all time greats

Let's not forget 'DC Cab' where she starred as herself, also featuring Mr. T. I remember Irene starring on a Bob Hope TV special, that was a big achievement back then. It seems like yesterday. Condolences to her survivors. Her name will live forever.

I had to look up those songs.

I was a teenager when 'Fame' was released. It was a huge hit as a movie (and as a TV series) - more of a cultural phenomenon than a film - inspiring a lot of young people to consider the performing arts as a career. 'Fame' and 'Flashdance' had diverse casts when most movies didn't and nailed stereotypes. Both movies were very well made, are still watchable and the theme tunes were fabulous songs. I may still remember all of the lyrics from the theme from 'Fame' today. It just embedded itself in the lives of a generation of young people. 80s movies and music were often positive, upbeat and inspirational. It was such a great time to be a teenager. I feel sorry for teens today and what they have to deal with.

A sad loss. RIP.

Fame theme MV. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H1gMQ_q3FSM

Flashdance MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILWSp0m9G2U

Sad to hear that, was definitely shocked by her early passing, very talented woman

RIP

Still remember the Music to Fame when it came out, and certainly her name. Sad she passed away so young.

Does anybody know the cause of her death?