Irene Cara

Pop music, Musical Artist

1959 –

45

Who is Irene Cara?

Irene Cara is an American singer and actress. She became famous for her role in the 1980 film Fame, earning her a Golden Globe nomination, and her recording of the song "Fame" became an international hit. Cara won an Academy Award in 1984 in the category of Best Original Song for co-writing "Flashdance... What a Feeling", which also became an international hit."

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Born
Mar 18, 1959
The Bronx
Also known as
  • Irene Cara Escalera
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Spouses
Nationality
  • United States of America
Profession
Education
  • Professional Children's School
Lived in
  • The Bronx

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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