Academy Award Winner and "Flashdance... What a Feeling Singer" Irene Cara No More

According to a tweet posted by her publicist, Judith A. Moose, on Saturday, Irene Cara passed away this week at her home in Florida.

According to a tweet posted by her publicist, Judith A. Moose, on Saturday, Irene Cara passed away this week at her home in Florida.

As per Daily Mail, Irene Cara, a singer, most recognized for performing the title tracks of the iconic movies Fame and Flashdance from the 1980s, has passed away. Her age was 63.

Early on Saturday morning, Cara's publicist, Judith A. Moose, released a message on the singer's Twitter account confirming the news that Cara had passed away.

Moose announced the demise of Irene Cara "on behalf of her family "The Oscar-winning actress, singer, songwriter, and producer was dead in her home in Florida."

The representative also mentioned that Irene's family had asked for privacy while they dealt with their loss. She was a wonderfully talented spirit, and her films and music will ensure that her legacy is preserved for all time.

According to her representative, the reason for Cara's passing is unknown but will be disclosed as soon as the relevant information becomes available. She also mentioned that funeral services are in the process of being prepared and that a memorial ceremony for Cara's supporters will be organized at a later time.

Cara first came to public attention after being chosen to play Coco Hernandez in the 1980 musical Fame, in which she also sang the show's title song and played a leading role.

Her work in the film Fame garnered her two Grammy nominations in 1981 for best new artist and best pop vocal performance, female, respectively, which were presented at the 23rd annual Grammy Awards.

Cara sang and co-wrote the song Flashdance... What A Feeling for the soundtrack of the blockbuster film Flashdance, which was released in 1983. Her collaborators on the song were Giorgio Moroder and Keith Forsey.

The song Flashdance... What a Feeling was responsible for the star winning three awards: one at the 26th Annual Grammy Awards in 1984 for best pop vocal performance, female, and another for best album of original score written for a motion picture or a television special; additionally, the song was awarded the Academy Award for Best Original Song at the 1983 Academy Awards.

A representative for Cara has issued a follow-up statement confirming that she and the star's business manager were informed of Cara's passing late on Friday evening. In the letter, she said, "Believe me, I wish it weren't true."

She further mentioned that the two are now "working on incredible projects that would have brought her and her supporters an indescribable amount of joy. Together with her manager, I shall complete them. That is something that she would want."

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