Legendary Singer Connie Francis Dies Aged 87

Connie Francis, the iconic pop singer known for hits like "Pretty Little Baby," "Who’s Sorry Now?", and "Everybody’s Somebody’s Fool," died at the age of 87. Her death was announced by her longtime friend and record label president, Ron Roberts, who shared that she had been hospitalized and experiencing extreme pain in the weeks prior to her passing. Francis was a major star of the late 1950s and early 1960s, with numerous chart-topping hits and a successful film career, and was recognized as the first woman to reach No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. Despite her professional success, Francis endured a troubled personal life marked by multiple marriages, miscarriages, sexual assault, and mental health struggles. Fans and fellow musicians expressed deep sadness, remembering her unique voice and lasting impact on pop music. Her legacy continues to be celebrated worldwide, with her music still resonating with fans old and new.