Eileen KaraThe singer best known for her ’80s hits “Flashdance” and “Fame” died as a result of high blood pressure and high cholesterol… TMZ has learned.
In medical documents obtained by TMZ, the Pinellas County coroner determined that Irene’s official cause of death was atherosclerotic and hypertensive cardiovascular disease…it was also noted that Irene had diabetes. rice field.
As reported, the singer died at the age of 63 in her Florida home in November.
Eileen is best known for her iconic song “What a Feeling” from the 80’s movie Flashdance… She won an Oscar for Best Original Song thanks to her hit.
Irene is also the woman behind the song “Fame” from the movie of the same name…she was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for “Best Actress” for her role in the film.
Fans will also remember Eileen from other movies… ‘City Heat’, co-starring, etc. clint eastwood When Burt Reynolds. She also appeared in ‘Certain Fury’ where she played opposite Tatum O’Neal.
Irene’s work and talent did not go unnoticed.In 2004, she received the Prestige Award for Lifetime Achievement.