Iconic 'Fame' and 'Flashdance' singer Irene Cara has sadly passed away at the age of 63, multiple sources have confirmed.

The singer was most widely known for her smash-hit single 'Fame,' which was featured in the film of the same name. She also co-wrote and sang the international hit 'Flashdance... What A Feeling,' earning her both a Grammy and an Academy Award, the BBC detailed.

Her publicist Judith A Moose - who announced her death on Twitter - revealed that she passed away at her home in Florida but that her cause of death is "currently unknown."

Cara was most widely known for her smash-hit single 'Fame,' which was featured in the film of the same name. Credit: PictureLux / The Hollywood Archive / Alamy

"This 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," Moose wrote.

Accompanying her tweet was a post of Cara with text that read: "It is with profound sadness that on behalf of her family that I announce the passing of Irene Cara. The Academy Award-winning actress, singer, songwriter, and producer passed away in her Florida home. Her cause of death is currently unknown and will be released when information is available.

"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," the post concluded.

Cara was born in 1959 in the Bronx, New York City, and was one of five children born to a Puerto Rican father and a Cuban-American mother. As a child, she appeared on Spanish-language TV and recorded music in both Spanish and English. She even appeared in on and off-Broadway musicals.

In 1980, she shot to fame playing the role of Coco Hernandez in the movie Fame - for which she sang the title track. She was nominated for a Best Actress Golden Globe for her portrayal in 1981.

Several years later, Cara co-wrote and sang 'Flashdance... What A Feeling' for the 1983 flick Flashdance - a performance that earned Cara a Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance as well as an Academy Award for Best Original Song.

Our thoughts go out to the family, friends, and fans of Irene Cara at this difficult time.

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Tina Turner's cause of death has been revealed after she sadly died at her home in Switzerland on Wednesday.

The legendary singer passed away aged 83 following an incredible career that saw her sell over 150 million albums worldwide.

The heartbreaking news was confirmed by her publicist, and her official Instagram account wrote: "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tina Turner. With her music and her boundless passion for life, she enchanted millions of fans around the world and inspired the stars of tomorrow.

"Today we say goodbye to a dear friend who leaves us all her greatest work: her music. All our heartfelt compassion goes out to her family. Tina, we will miss you dearly."

As per Sky News, a statement by her representative read: "Tina Turner, the 'Queen of Rock'n Roll' has died peacefully today at the age of 83 after a long illness in her home in Küsnacht near Zurich, Switzerland. With her, the world loses a music legend and a role model."

Tina had previously battled intestinal cancer and had suffered from high blood pressure for the last four years.

Her representatives spoke to the Daily Mail, where they confirmed that the iconic singer's cause of death was down to natural causes.

During her cancer battle, her husband Erwin Bach donated one of his kidneys after Tina tried homeopathic remedies which led to total kidney failure.

As reported by the Daily Mail, Tina noted in her memoirs that during that period of her life when she was fighting the disease, she considered assisted suicide before her husband stepped in to give her a second chance at life.

During her final interview, Tina made it clear how she wanted to be remembered. "As the Queen of Rock’n’Roll," she said. "As a woman who showed other women that it is OK to strive for success on their own terms."

Tina's career began with her ex-husband Ike Turner, as the pair released hits such as 'River Deep, Mountain High', but it soon became evident that during this time, she was being subjected to emotional and physical abuse.

Splitting from Ike in 1978, Tina was left to forge a solo career, which she did very successfully releasing widely loved songs like 'What's Love Got To Do With It' and 'The Best'.

Tina retired from live performances in 2009 following a 50th-anniversary tour where she played 37 sold-out shows across the US which gained her nearly $50 million.

Stars have flocked to pay their respects to the late singer, and leading the tributes was Rolling Stones legend Mick Jagger - who toured with Turner during her career.

He wrote: "I’m so saddened by the passing of my wonderful friend Tina Turner. She was truly an enormously talented performer and singer. She was inspiring, warm, funny, and generous. She helped me so much when I was young and I will never forget her."

Our thoughts remain with Tina's family, friends, and fans at this time.

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Two weeks after the passing of Oscar-nominated actor Ryan O'Neal, the star's cause of death has been disclosed.

The charismatic Hollywood star - who graced the silver screen for over six decades - passed away on December 8 at the age of 82, leaving behind a legacy that will be remembered for generations to come.

His death was confirmed by his children, with the actor's son, Patrick O'Neal, revealing that the Love Story star "passed away peacefully".

Additionally, the actor's daughter - Oscar-winning actress Tatum O'Neal - told PEOPLE: "I feel great sorrow with my father's passing... He meant the world to me. I loved him very much and know he loved me too. I'll miss him forever and I feel very lucky that we ended on such good terms."

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According to the death certificate obtained by The Blast, it has now been revealed that O'Neal succumbed to "congestive heart failure".

In addition to revealing the cause of death, the certificate noted that O'Neal had been battling "cardiomyopathy" for several years.

Cardiomyopathy is a condition that affects the heart muscle's ability to efficiently pump blood throughout the body, as described by the Cleveland Clinic.

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His death certificate also revealed that O'Neal passed away at the Saint John's Health Center in Los Angeles. He was laid to rest at Pierce Brothers Westwood Village Memorial Park & Mortuary, also in Los Angeles.

Among those to pay tribute to the late icon is former flame Barbra Streisand, who wrote on Instagram: "So sad to hear the news of Ryan O’Neal’s passing [...] We made two films together, What’s Up, Doc? and The Main Event. He was funny and charming, and he will be remembered."

O'Neal's Peyton Place co-star Mia Farrow also paid tribute to the late Hollywood heartthrob on Instagram, writing in a tribute post: "I was 18 when we made the pilot for Peyton Place. He was several years older than me, happily married to a gorgeous actress Joanna Moore and they had a new baby (Tatum). He was so confident and very, very funny!"

"There were times when he made me laugh so uncontrollably that we had to stop shooting," she added. "He was my first, very secret crush. I was so shy I could barely look at him."

Throughout his life, the Peyton Place star faced multiple health challenges, including a diagnosis of chronic leukemia in 2001 and prostate cancer in 2012. In a 2021 interview with PEOPLE, he reflected on his health battles, expressing pride in his ability to survive them. "I'm proud of them, I've survived them. I thought I was gone. And suddenly I come back. Not the same man I was, but I'm back," he said.

Ryan O'Neal's leukemia diagnosis played a pivotal role in his reconciliation with Farrah Fawcett, with whom he had a romantic relationship from about 1979 to 1997. Their reconciliation led to them remaining together until Fawcett's passing in 2009.

Ryan O'Neal had children from various relationships. He shared Tatum, 60, and Griffin O'Neal, 59, with Joanna Moore, and Patrick, 56, with Leigh Taylor-Young. His youngest son, Redmond, 38, was born to him and Fawcett.

In the same 2021 PEOPLE interview, Ryan contemplated his legacy, acknowledging the many stories told about him. "Oh, I've had so many stories told about me that I don't even know what my legacy is," he remarked.

Our thoughts continue to go out to O'Neal's family, friends, and fans at this time.

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Betty White died of a stroke, her death certificate has shown.

The Golden Girls star - whose career spanned over eight decades - died at home on December 31, 2021, less than three weeks before her 100th birthday.

White passed away "peacefully in her sleep at home" according to her agent and close friend Jeff Witjas.

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Now, White’s death certificate obtained by TMZ has shown that the actor had a cerebrovascular accident, or stroke, six days before her death.

A cerebrovascular accident occurs when blood stops flowing to part of the brain, damaging the tissue.

The stroke is listed as her cause of death. Sources close to the actor told the publication that White was "alert and coherent" after the stroke and confirmed that she died in her sleep.

"I was told that Betty passed in her sleep peacefully without pain," Witjas said in a statement to NBC News. "To me, this is the most important thing and brings me comfort as her friend. Anything else is private to Betty."

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Witjas was recently forced to clarify White's cause of death following false speculation.

Witjas confirmed that White did not receive a booster shot on December 28. Social media users falsely claimed White said: "Eat healthy and get all your vaccines. I just got boosted today."

In a statement, Witjas said: "Betty died peacefully in her sleep at her home. People are saying her death was related to getting a booster shot three days earlier but that is not true. She died of natural causes. Her death should not be politicized — that is not the life she lived."

Addressing the false quote, Witjas added: "She never said that regarding the booster. Betty died of natural causes. She did not have the booster three days before she died."

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"Even though Betty was about to be 100, I thought she would live forever," he told People. "I will miss her terribly and so will the animal world that she loved so much.

"I don't think Betty ever feared passing because she always wanted to be with her most beloved husband Allen Ludden. She believed she would be with him again."

White had Emmy-winning roles on television sitcoms The Golden Girls and The Mary Tyler Moore Show. She was still starring in a TV sitcom, Hot in Cleveland, at age 92 until it was canceled in late 2014.

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Olivia Newton-John has died at the age of 73 after battling breast cancer for more than 30 years.

The sad news was shared via Newton-John's official Facebook account, revealing that the Grease star had died on Monday morning. She passed away peacefully at her Southern California home, surrounded by loved ones.

A message from her husband, John Easterling, read:

"Dame Olivia Newton-John (73) passed away peacefully at her Ranch in Southern California this morning, surrounded by family and friends. We ask that everyone please respect the family’s privacy during this very difficult time.

"Olivia has been a symbol of triumphs and hope for over 30 years sharing her journey with breast cancer. Her healing inspiration and pioneering experience with plant medicine continues with the Olivia Newton-John Foundation Fund, dedicated to researching plant medicine and cancer."

"In lieu of flowers, the family asks that any donations be made in her memory to the Olivia Newton-John Foundation Fund (ONJFoundationFund.org).

"Olivia is survived by her husband John Easterling; daughter Chloe Lattanzi; sister Sarah Newton-John; brother Toby Newton-John; nieces and nephews Tottie, Fiona and Brett Goldsmith; Emerson, Charlie, Zac, Jeremy, Randall, and Pierz Newton-John; Jude Newton-Stock, Layla Lee; Kira and Tasha Edelstein; and Brin and Valerie Hall."

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The actress had said in October 2021, that she was battling Stage 4 breast cancer and also revealed that she was using medical marijuana to help with the pain.

Newton-John was first diagnosed with cancer in 1992, then again in May 2017 and a final time in September 2018.

Speaking to The Guardian in 2020, she said of the disease: "It’s been a part of my life for so long. I felt something was wrong. It’s concerning when it comes back, but I thought 'I’ll get through it again.'"

Originally a singer-songwriter, Newton-John's acting career kicked off with a bang in 1978, with the release of the beloved movie musical Grease, in which she played an innocent high school student named Sandy. She played the role opposite John Travolta and it went on to earn her a Golden Globe nomination.

Some two years later, she starred in another movie musical, Xanadu, and later appeared alongside Travolta once again in the 1983 movie, Two of a Kind.

Our thoughts are with Newton-John's loved ones at this difficult time.

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