“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,” Cara’s publicist, Judith A. Moose, noted in a statement in November 2022. “Irene’s family has requested privacy as they process their grief. She was a beautifully gifted soul whose legacy will live forever through her music and films. Funeral services are pending and a memorial for her fans will be planned at a future date.”
u201cThis is the absolute worst part of being a publicist. I can’t believe I’ve had to write this, let alone release the news. Please share your thoughts and memories of Irene. I’ll be reading each and every one of them and know she’ll be smiling from Heaven. She adored her fans. – JMu201d
— Irene Cara (@Irene Cara)
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People on social media paid tribute to Cara in response to the news of her death last year.
“Irene Cara, you inspired me more than you could ever know. Your songwriting and vocals created pure energy that will never cease. You also defined an era that is so close to my heart,” Lenny Kravitz tweeted. “Your portrayal of ‘Coco’ in Alan Parker’s ‘Fame’ is immortal and know that I was madly in love with her. Thank you Irene. You’re gonna live forever,” he added.
“So shocking and sad. I feel like I grew up with her. Deepest condolences to Ms Cara’s family. Her memory will truly bless us all,” MSNBC host Joy Reid tweeted.
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