Associated Press reporters Hillel Italie and Freida Frisaro contributed to this report. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. Despite the song's title, the word 'Flashdance' itself is not heard in the lyrics. I didnt think to turn my back on my studies. Jennifer Beals Facebook page attracted nearly one million of likes. JM". and. Cara was known for singing title tracks for the 80s films "Fame" and "Flashdance.". When there was any proposal, it was very respectful, and I had to refuse because I had too many exams and could not work, Beals said. Irene Cara, the iconic '80s singer and actress best known for massive soundtrack hits to the films "Flashdance" and "Fame," has died. I can't believe I've had to write this, let alone release the news. Irene Cara, star of the Academy Awardwinning film Fame and vocalist on the 1983 hit FlashdanceWhat a Feeling has died. How bright our spirits go shooting out into space, depends on how much we contributed to the earthly brilliance of this world, she once said in Fame, per The Associated Press. She was a beautifully gifted soul whose legacy will live forever through her music and films. She also had roles in Broadway productions including The Me Nobody Knows in 1970 and Via Galactica in 1972 opposite Raul Julia. See Her Beautiful Bikini Photos, Having Fun at the Beach! So Im happy about that., Sign up for THR news straight to your inbox every day. She was 63. Sie knnen Ihre Einstellungen jederzeit ndern. . Learn more. A cause of death is unknown and "will be released when information is available," according to Moose's statement. Irene Cara, known for singing the title tracks to "Fame" and "Flashdance," has died, her publicist announced on Saturday. "The Academy Award-winning actress, singer, songwriter and producer passed away in her Florida home.". AP Irene Cara, the singer and actress perhaps best-known for her Oscar-, Golden Globe- and Grammy Award-winning hit "Flashdance . It had a worldwide box-office gross of more than $200 million, with a budget of only $7 million. Nov. 26, 2022, 5:22 AM PST. She was 63. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 and the full soundtrack peaking at No. 0:23. Published Nov. 26, 2022 Updated Nov. 27, 2022. Closer Weekly is part of the a360media Entertainment Group.Copyright a360media 2023. Leaving Mawby's one evening, Richie and Alex are assaulted by Johnny C. and his bodyguard, Cecil. ", NBC analyst StephanieRuhle wrote: " 'What A Feeling' & 'Fame'bring back memories of pure joy. UPDATE 02/03/2023 : This story seems to be false. However the February 2023 report has now been confirmed as a complete hoax and just the latest in a string of fake celebrity death reports. Story tips can be sent to stephanie.giang@fox.com and on Twitter: @SGiangPaunon. Pauline Villegas. ", Irene Cara, best known as a singer of movie themes, holds her award for the song "What a Feeling" from the movie Flashdance. Cara's publicist, Judith A . After "Fame," Cara's film and music career took off. 8. Rumors of the actresss alleged demise gained traction on Tuesday after a R.I.P. She was 63 . Irene Cara, best known as a singer of movie themes, holds her award for the song "What a Feeling" from the movie Flashdance. Those who read the About page were given a believable account of the American actresss passing: Hundreds of fans immediately started writing their messages of condolence on the Facebook page, expressing their sadness that the talented 59-year-old actress was dead. What a Feeling" from Flashdance and created her own memorable screen moments with films such as . In addition to writing the theme song to Fame . Some pointed out that the news had not been carried on any major American network, indicating that it was a fake report, as the death of an actress of Jennifer Beals' stature would be major news across networks. 8 on the Billboard 100. All rights reserved. Perhaps Jennifer would consider a Flashdance sequel for the blockbusters 40th anniversary in another five years? A statement was posted on early Saturday morning from her official Twitter . Jeanie (Sunny Johnson), a waitress, is training to be a figure skater, while her boyfriend, short-order cook Richie (Kyle T. Heffner), hopes to become a stand-up comic. [48], Flashdance is not a musical in the traditional sense as the characters do not sing, but rather the songs are presented in the style of self-contained music videos. The daughter of a concert pianist, American actress Lori Singer first rose to prominence in the drama film, Footloose (1984). And last but not least, a very special gentlemen who I guess started it all for me many years ago. She aspires to become a professional dancer, but has no formal dance training and works as a nightly cabaret performer at Mawby's, a neighborhood bar and grill. Moose told The Hollywood Reporter on Saturday that a cause of death has not yet been determined. 2023 The Hollywood Reporter, LLC. 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[citation needed] Kevin Costner, a struggling actor at the time, came very close for the role of Nick Hurley,[citation needed] which went to Michael Nouri. Her cause of death is currently unknown and will be released when information is available," her publicist confirmed in a statement. I had like three dance doubles and one was a guy, she shared. And as usual, Twittersphere was frenzied over the death hoax. The singer-actress has died at the age of 63. "Flashdance What a Feeling" hit Billboards Hot 100 for 25 weeks in 1983. [30], On Rotten Tomatoes the film has an approval rating of 35% based on 48 reviews. Irene Cara, who belted out the title tracks of two beloved song-and-dance movies of the 1980s, "Flashdance" and "Fame," has died. 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. Thankfully, the actress best known for her roles in The L Word or Flashdance is alive . Flashdance was the first success of a number of filmmakers who became successful in the 1980s and beyond. A new American horror movie is reportedly so terrifying, audiences are leaving the cinema to vomit. A recent poll conducted for the Celebrity Post shows that a large majority (90%) of respondents think those Jennifer Beals death rumors are not funny anymore. Oscar, Golden Globe and two-time Grammy winning singer-actress Irene Cara, who starred in and sang the title cut from the 1980 hit movie . Oscar, Golden Globe and two-time Grammy winning singer-actress Irene Cara, who starred and sang the title cut from the 1980 hit movie "Fame" and then belted out the . One states that then-Paramount president Michael Eisner asked women secretaries at the studio to select their favorite after viewing screen tests. The cause of death is "currently unknown.". Irene Cara, the voice behind Oscar-winning original song and era-defining hit "Flashdance . Virtually plotless, exceedingly thin on characterization and sociologically laughable, pic at least lives up to its title by offering an anthology of extraordinarily flashy dance numbers. Her publicist, Judith A. Moose, announced the news on social media, writing that a cause of death was currently unknown. Moose also confirmed the death to an Associated Press reporter on Saturday. It came down to Beals, A-list star Demi Moore and relatively unknown actor, Leslie Wing. News of herdeath was announced on her official Twitter account by her publicist, Judith A. Moose. Cab.. Flashdance (1983) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. (read more), Jennifer Beals death hoax spreads on Facebook. The film is recognized by American Film Institute in these lists: There were discussions about a sequel, but the film was never made. The multi-hyphenate died at her home in Florida . Her publicist, Judith A. Moose, announced the news on social media, writing that a cause of death was "currently unknown . [16] Her main dance double is the French actress Marine Jahan,[17][18][19][20] while the breakdancing that Alex performs in the audition sequence at the end of the film was doubled by the male dancer Crazy Legs. Costner, who didn't become famous until the mid-1980s, auditioned for the role of Nick Hurley, Alex's boss and love interest in the film. However the February 2023 report has now been confirmed as a complete hoax and just the latest in a string of fake celebrity death reports. Irene Cara, an Oscar-winning singer and actress who recorded the title tracks to the blockbuster 1980s movies "Fame" and "Flashdance," has died at age 63, her publicist said Saturday. 1:23. When it was first released, Flashdance actually received mostly negative reviews by professional critics, but it was a massive success at the box office success, becoming the third highest-grossing film of 1983 in the US. November 26, 2022. The exact day of her death was not disclosed. "The Academy Award winning actress, singer, songwriter, and producer passed away in her Florida home. Please share your thoughts and memories of Irene. Michael Nouri (Nick Hurley) After appearing in the hit '80s film, the 72-year-old actor starred on shows All My Children, Damages, The O.C., The Young and the Restless, American Crime Story, and . Irene Cara was 63 years old. She also starred in Fame, the dramatic musical that chronicled the struggles of high school students in a performing arts school. Fame and Flashdance singer Irene Cara has died aged 63. The song led Cara to win the Academy Award for Best Original Song and Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance that year. She won the award for Best Pop Vocal performance by a Female. She was 63. Victoria Bisset. Advertising. She was 63. Oscar, Golden Globe and two-time Grammy winning singer-actress Cara, who starred and sang the title cut from the 1980 hit movie Fame and then belted out the era-defining hit Flashdance What a Feeling from 1983's Flashdance, has died at age 63. BangShowbiz Extra. [23] The producers of the film stated they had made no secret of having used a double for Beals, and that Jahan's name did not appear because Paramount Pictures shortened the closing credits. Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the go. [52], In 2003, following the use of dance routines from the film by Jennifer Lopez in her music video "I'm Glad" (directed by David LaChapelle), Marder sued Lopez, Sony Corporation (the makers of the music video), and Paramount in an attempt to gain a copyright interest in the film. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. 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