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Irene Cara Irene Cara, the singer and actress known for co-writing ‘Flashdance”s title track and for starring within the 1980 film ‘Fame’ has died. She was 63. Cara’s publicist, Judith A. Moose, confirmed her passing in a public statement, writing, “It's 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. Her reason for death is currently unknown and can be released when information is offered.” Cara (full name Irene Cara Escalara) was born within the Bronx, Latest York in 1959. In an interview with Mickey Burns for the ‘Profiles’ series, she referred to herself as a “working child actress,” as she spent...