Irene Cara

Biography

Irene Cara was a talented American singer and actress who rose to fame for her iconic roles in the 1980 film Fame and its hit song "Fame", which reached No. 1 in several countries. She also co-wrote and sang the Oscar-winning and Grammy-nominated "Flashdance... What a Feeling" from the 1983 film Flashdance. Cara's early career began with dance lessons, leading to professional performances on Spanish-language television.