Irene Cara, the singer of "Fame" and "Flashdance" title tracks, died at the age of 63 this week.
Cara's publicist, Judith A. Moose, first confirmed the news through a Twitter post on Saturday.
"It is with profound sadness that on behalf of her family I announce the passing of Irene Cara. The Academy Award-winning actress, singer, songwriter and producer passed away in her Florida home. Irene's family has requested privacy as they process their grief," the statement read.
The statement did not disclose her cause of death. While other fans respected the family's decision not to share any further details about her passing, others used the event to talk about Irene Cara's health and the potential illnesses she suffered from.
Several fans assumed that there was no way she could die "that easily" since she was reportedly too young. However, others dismissed the buzz and said people always develop illnesses and health issues between their 50s and 60s.
On the other hand, Cara's official Twitter account shared another update clearing up the rumors that she died because of a vaccine.
The family revealed that they do not have medical answers yet but said they would learn about it once the autopsy has been completed.
To everyone who has taken the time to express their grief, thank you. For those who are posting spam about cryptocurrencies, please stop. For those who are blaming a vaccine for her death, please don't. We don't have medical answers yet and won't until an autopsy is completed.
— Irene Cara (@Irene_Cara) November 26, 2022
Aside from her cause of death, details about her funeral services and memorial event are yet to be confirmed.
Irene Cara's Legacy Will Live On, Per Publicist
Cara started her journey in the music and acting industry through the 1980 musical, "Fame." In the flick, she starred as Coco Hernandez and sang the song's title track.
Her performance scored people's attention, including the Grammy Awards, as the accolade gave her nominations for Best New Artist and Best Pop Vocal Performance (Female) during its 23rd annual ceremony in 1981.
Aside from "Fame," Cara's popularity skyrocketed when she worked on "Flashdance... What A Feeling" and sang it for the 1983 "Flashdance." The song led her to win the Best Pop Vocal Performance (Female) and Best Album of Original Score Written For a Motion Picture or a Television at the 26th Annual Grammy Awards in 1984.
It also won the Best Original Song at the 1983 Oscars ceremony.
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