Connie Francis, 1960s US pop star, passes away at 87
Connie Francis, the popular pop star from the 1960s known for hits like Pretty Little Baby, has died at the age of 87. Her friend and publicist, Ron Roberts, announced her passing without giving further details. Francis was a well-loved singer with numerous chart-topping songs and a successful career in music and film.
Connie Francis, the pop star of the 1950s and 1960s known for hits like Pretty Little Baby, has passed away at age 87. Her friend and publicist, Ron Roberts, announced her death on Thursday.
Francis was a popular singer from 1957-64, with over a dozen top 20 hits including Who’s Sorry Now? and Don’t Break the Heart That Loves You. She also appeared in films like Where the Boys Are and Follow the Boys.
She signed with MGM Records at 17 and gained fame with her version of Who’s Sorry Now? Her songs like Stupid Cupid and Everybody’s Somebody’s Fool became hits worldwide. Despite facing personal struggles, she continued to perform and connect with audiences.
In 1974, Francis was a victim of a violent attack in her hotel room, leading to a lawsuit against the hotel. She endured further tragedies in her personal life, including the loss of her brother and battles with mental health issues.
Throughout her life, Francis experienced ups and downs in her relationships and career. In 2025, her song Pretty Little Baby gained popularity on TikTok, reintroducing her music to a new generation.
According to the source: The Guardian.
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