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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.
Irene Cara known for Oscar Winning 'Flashdance Singer and Actress.
She adored her fans. She was a beautifully gifted soul whose legacy will live forever through her music and films.
Judith Moose said in a tweet announcing the singer's death. The cause of death is unknown, according to Moose's statement.
Cara appeared on TV's "Electric Company" before acting as a teen in the movies "Aaron Loves Angela" and "Sparkle".
She also created the all-female band Irene Cara Presents Hot Caramel and put out a double CD with the single "How Can I Make You Luv Me."
Cara sang on the soaring title song with the chorus - "Remember my name/I'm gonna live forever/I'm gonna learn how to fly/I feel it coming together/People will see me and cry" - which would go on to be nominated for an Academy Award for best original song.
She toured in the musical "Jesus Christ Superstar" as Mary Magdalene in the mid-1990s and a tour of the musical "Flashdance" toured 2012-14 with her songs.
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