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Connie Francis, pop hitmaker who sang ‘Who’s Sorry Now?’, dies at 87

Connie Francis, pop hitmaker who sang ‘Who’s Sorry Now?’, dies at 87

Summary

Connie Francis, a famous pop singer from the 1950s and 60s known for hits like "Pretty Little Baby" and "Who’s Sorry Now?", has died at age 87. Her music recently gained attention on TikTok, leading to renewed popularity. In addition to her music career, her life included major personal challenges and a publicized legal case.

Key Facts

  • Connie Francis was a well-known singer in the late 1950s and early 1960s.
  • She had popular songs such as “Who’s Sorry Now?” and “Pretty Little Baby.”
  • Francis passed away at the age of 87, announced by her publicist, Ron Roberts.
  • She recently gained attention on TikTok, increasing interest in her music.
  • Her 1962 song “Pretty Little Baby” became popular online with celebrities like Kim Kardashian mentioning it.
  • She was successful before the Beatles era and had several Top 20 hits.
  • Her personal life involved significant challenges, including an attack in her hotel room in 1974.
  • She sued the hotel for lack of security and received a settlement of $1,475,000.
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