2023 The Hollywood Reporter, LLC. Irene Cara, the Oscar-winning singer and actress best known for performing the title songs to the films "Flashdance" and "Fame," has died at the age of 63. [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. What a Feeling" from 1983's "Flashdance," has died. She was 63. What?! The truth is that I didnt have a body double in Flashdance. She was an actress, known for Flashdance (1983), The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia (1981) and Charlie's Angels (1976). I dont mind it at all [when people ask about Flashdance], but to be honest like a lot of people ask me about The L Word or theyll ask me about Book of Eli, she said. [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. AP Irene Cara, the singer and actress perhaps best-known for her Oscar-, Golden Globe- and Grammy Award-winning hit "Flashdance . She was 63. In 1984, "Breakdance" shattered records for reaching No. The Bronx-born, Puerto Rican-Cuban actor and songstress died in her Largo, Florida home during . News of actress Jennifer Beals's death spread quickly earlier this week causing concern among fans across the world. ", "It is with profound sadness that on behalf of her family I announce the passing of Irene Cara," Moose wrote. Leaving Mawby's one evening, Richie and Alex are assaulted by Johnny C. and his bodyguard, Cecil. Others say this shows her extreme popularity across the globe. Irene Cara poses for a photoshoot in Los Angeles, California in January 1983. A new American horror movie is reportedly so terrifying, audiences are leaving the cinema to vomit. [45] In July 2008, a stage musical adaptation Flashdance The Musical premiered at the Theatre Royal in Plymouth, England. And while she made the decision to leave Hollywood all those years ago; she said there was no way shed ever leave again. During her career, Cara had three Top 10 hits on the Billboard Hot 100, including "Breakdance . The song is used in the opening title sequence of the film, and is the music Alex uses in her dance audition routine at the end of the film. She was 63. She was 63 years old. The first pictures of the actor, 50, in the role of the classic villain show him with long, unkempt greying hair and a thick moustache. Irene Cara, best known for her work acting in '80s movie Fame, in which she also performed the theme song, and for taking home the Oscar for the theme song in 1983's Flashdance, died of high . The star of '80s cult film Flashdance was only 17 when she scored the role of budding dancer Alex Owens in the romantic drama.. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER. 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. Her publicist Judith A. Moose confirmed the death on Saturday, Nov. 26, 2022. What a Feeling" from 1983s "Flashdance," has died. It feels like yesterday when we watched Alex Owens (played by Jennifer Beals) dance away in the hit movie. Irene Cara, the actress and singer who co-wrote the hit track for the 1983 dance film Flashdance that earned her Oscar and GRAMMY wins, has died. Do not reproduce (even with permission). She is best known for singing two hit songs that dominated 1980s pop culture. Irene Cara, award-winning singer of popular 80s songs "Fame" and "FlashdanceWhat a Feeling" has died. See Her Beautiful Bikini Photos, Having Fun at the Beach! Irene Cara, best known as a singer of movie themes, holds her award for the song "What a Feeling" from the movie Flashdance. 8 on the Billboard 100. The latter production was later adapted into a movie, which was released in 1976. The movie which is streaming on Foxtel follows Alex after several setbacks, as she finally builds up the confidence to attend an audition to a prestigious professional dance school. [26], Flashdance has been issued originally on VHS and Laserdisc with a Paramount Pictures DVD release on October 8, 2002 and a Special Collectors Edition DVD in 2010. Beals turned down an offer to appear in a sequel, saying: "I've never been drawn to something by virtue of how rich or famous it will make me. Thats how we filmed the most famous scenes of Flashdance., Flashdance is available to stream on Foxtel. Her performance and singing led her to a Grammy nomination forbest new artist and a nod for best pop vocal performance for the title song. [citation needed] Pierce Brosnan, Robert De Niro, Richard Gere, Mel Gibson, Tom Hanks, and John Travolta were also considered for the part. The song written for the film, Flashdance What a Feeling, went on to win an Academy Award, sparking a feeling for music and dance that defined the 80s and has lived on in modern times. She was 63. "I started hanging out in nightclubs, and I was sowing my oats.. Moose told The Hollywood Reporter on Saturday that a cause of death has not yet been determined. Irene Cara, singer who hit stardom with 'Fame' and 'Flashdance,' dies at 63 - 1breakingnews.com. And a good movie needs them all, from the sound man, up to the writer. After "Flashdance," Cara appeared in the 1984 film "City Heat" alongside Clint Eastwood and in the 1985 film "Certain Fury" with costar Tatum O'Neal. Its funny because everyone thinks its something very particular but to me it seems quite normal. Irene Cara, Oscar-winning singer and actress known for "Fame" and "Flashdance," dies at 63. She was 63. Associated Press reporters Hillel Italie and Freida Frisaro contributed to this report. Irenes family has requested privacy as they process their grief. The native New Yorker's publicist . Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. My idea was to continue my education, Beals told Latin website El Salvador. Thankfully, the actress best known for her roles in The L Word or Flashdance is alive and well. What a Feeling" from 1983's "Flashdance," has died. Her Broadway debut came at 9 inthe original 1968 production of "Maggie Flynn" where she appeared alongside fellow actorsStephanie Mills andGiancarlo Esposito. [3] Alex's elaborate dance sequences were shot using body doubles (Beals's main double was the uncredited French actress Marine Jahan, while a breakdance move was doubled by the male dancer Crazy Legs).[4]. She was a beautifully gifted soul whose legacy will live forever through her music and films.. Market data provided by Factset. Irene Cara was 63 years old. Jennifer Beals Death Hoax Dismissed Since Actress Is Alive And Well. Singer and actress Irene Cara, perhaps best known for the hit songs "Fame" and "Flashdance What a Feeling," has died at the age of 63, her publicist confirmed. Flashdance is estimated to have grossed more than $200 million worldwide. The court also noted that Marder's attorney had been present when she signed the document. Singer and actress Irene Cara has been found dead in her Florida home at the age of 63. Legendary actress and singer Irene Cara, best known for her performances in Fame and Flashdance, has died. Not only are any other women missing in the factory, so are employees, male or female, under 30."[36]. Oscar-winning 'Flashdance' singer Irene Cara has died at 63. Dies geschieht in Ihren Datenschutzeinstellungen. Mgm/Kobal/Shutterstock. When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Cara was known for singing title tracks for the 80s films "Fame" and "Flashdance.". While she had many offers scattered on her talent agents desk, Beals said she preferred to focus on her studies, adding money was never enough of a drawcard to continue in the industry. 0. She won an Academy Award for Best Original Song for her . Her publicist, Judith A. Moose, announced the news on social media, writing that a cause of death was "currently unknown." So Im happy about that., Sign up for THR news straight to your inbox every day. She was 63. 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. What a Feeling from 1983's Flashdance, has died. It includes a new Filmmakers Focus interview with the director but excludes a few special features from the previous Blu-ray release. [32], Roger Ebert placed it on his list of Most Hated films,[5] and in giving the film 1.5 out of 4 stars in his review, stated: "Jennifer Beals shouldn't feel bad. Didnt even hesitate a second. [3] Executives at Paramount were unsure about the film's potential and sold 25% of the rights prior to its release. Thankfully, the actress best known for her roles in The L Word or Flashdance is alive . Irene Cara, an Oscar- and Grammy-winning master of music creation, has made her transition. What A Feeling" has died. She was 63. "The Academy Award winning actress, singer, songwriter, and producer passed away in her Florida home. "[34] Janet Maslin of The New York Times wrote: "With a score by Giorgio Moroder, and with ingenious costumes that are utterly au courant, Flashdance contains such dynamic dance scenes that it's a pity there's a story here to bog them down. "It is with profound sadness that on . [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. We won't post to any of your accounts without asking first. At the time, Lyne's background was primarily in directing television commercials, such as his 1970s UK commercials for Brutus Jeans (which may conceivably be seen as anticipating the visuals and style of Flashdance). She also starred in several long-running television shows including 2000 Malibu Road, The L Word and The Chicago Code, and is currently starring in the horror series Swamp Thing. Moose also shared that plans for a funeral and memorial service for fans are underway. The New York-born Cara began her career on Broadway, with small parts in short-lived shows, although a musical called The Me Nobody Knows ran over 300 performances. The film opened to negative reviews by professional critics, including Roger Ebert, who panned it as "great sound and flashdance, signifying nothing" (and eventually placed it on his "most hated" list). ", OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN REFLECTS ON HOW SONG PHYSICAL REINVENTED HER IMAGE, "The Academy Award winning actress, singer, songwriter, and producer passed away in her Florida home. 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. And in honor of the films milestone anniversary, were seeing where she and the rest of the cast are now! All rights reserved. ", NBC analyst StephanieRuhle wrote: " 'What A Feeling' & 'Fame'bring back memories of pure joy. In addition to writing the theme song to Fame . (AP Photo/Richard Drew, File), Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. It ranked No. Thank you brilliant Irene for your open heart and your fearless triple threat talent, Flashdance star Jennifer Beals posted to Instagram on Saturday, along with a photo of the two of them at the 1984 Academy Awards ceremony. November 26, 2022 6:42am. "The Academy Award winning actress, singer, songwriter, and producer passed away in her Florida . Irene Cara, the award-winning actress and singer best known for her role in Fame and leading the Flashdance soundtrack, has died. You also defined an era that is so close to my heart. Stephanie Mills. Seeing the results of others' failed dreams and after the sudden death of Hanna, Alex becomes despondent about her future, but finally decides to go through with the audition. 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