Irene Cara, acclaimed actress, singer, and songwriter, was born in New York City. She rose to international fame with her performances in Fame (1980) and as the voice behind Flashdance… What a Feeling (1983), for which she won an Academy Award and Grammy. As a trailblazing Afro-Latina artist, Cara helped redefine what was possible for Black and Latina women in the entertainment industry.
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