Legendary singer Connie Francis dies aged 87 following
Connie Francis Dies at 87
Legendary singer Connie Francis has passed away at the age of 87. Her longtime friend Ron Roberts confirmed the news on Facebook, writing, “It is with a heavy heart and extreme sadness that I inform you of the passing of my dear friend Connie Francis last night.” The singer had recently been hospitalized in Florida for ongoing orthopedic issues and was moved to intensive care due to “extreme pain.”
A Legacy of Hits and Heartbreak
Born Concetta Rosa Maria Franconero, Francis rose to fame in the late 1950s with her breakthrough hit Who’s Sorry Now, recorded at her father’s urging. She followed with classics like Lipstick on Your Collar, Stupid Cupid, and Where The Boys Are. Her career was interrupted in the 1970s after she survived a traumatic assault, later leading to a $2.5 million legal victory that helped change hotel security standards.
Comebacks and Memoirs
Despite setbacks, Francis returned to music in 1989 and published two memoirs: Who’s Sorry Now and Among My Souvenirs. She retired in 2018 but remained connected to fans. In a recent Facebook post, she wrote, “My thanks for your many get well soon messages. I will endeavor to keep you updated. Love, Connie.”
Viral Fame and Final Tributes
Earlier this year, her 1962 song Pretty Little Baby went viral on TikTok. “To think that a song I recorded 63 years ago is touching the hearts of millions of people is truly awesome,” she told People in March. Fans paid tribute on social media: “The world has lost a great one… now you’re with Bobby once again,” and “Goodbye to a true icon.”
