Oscar-winning singer and actor Irene Cara, who rocketed to pop stardom singing the title tracks to `Fame` and `Flashdance`, passed away at the age of 63.

Her publicist, Judith A. Moose, announced the news on social media, saying that the cause of death is "currently unknown." “It is with profound sadness that on behalf of her family I announce the passing of Irene Cara,” she wrote. “The Academy Award–winning actress, singer, songwriter, and producer passed away in her Florida home.” Cause of death is not yet known.

Cara not only performed in the movie, but also sang `Fame,` the film`s soundtrack. That song and Out Here on My Own, another Cara-sung number from `Fame,` would later be nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song`. With `Flashdance... What a Feeling,` a contagious song of empowerment that she co-wrote and sang, Cara would go on to score an even bigger hit. The romantic drama from 1983 about a dancer who aspires to be a ballerina found huge commercial success.