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Isa Briones Lands Connie Francis Lead in Broadway's Just In Time
entertainment1 month ago

Isa Briones Lands Connie Francis Lead in Broadway's Just In Time

Isa Briones, star of The Pitt, will take over as Connie Francis in Broadway's Just In Time, beginning April 1 (succeeding Sarah Hyland) opposite Matthew Morrison, with Jeremy Jordan joining April 21. Briones notes the role's 1950s-60s vocal style suits her and provides balance to the show's heavier material, and she feels prepared for an eight-show week after Hadestown.

Legendary 1960s Pop Singer Connie Francis Dies at 87
entertainment8 months ago

Legendary 1960s Pop Singer Connie Francis Dies at 87

Connie Francis, a prominent 1960s US pop singer known for hits like Pretty Little Baby and Who’s Sorry Now?, has died at age 87. Her career was marked by chart-topping hits, international success, and personal tragedies including a violent assault, family loss, and mental health struggles. Despite her hardships, she remained a beloved figure, experiencing a resurgence in popularity with her song Pretty Little Baby going viral on TikTok in 2025.

entertainment8 months ago

Legendary 1960s Singer Connie Francis Dies at 87

Connie Francis, a prominent singer of the 1950s and 1960s known for hits like 'Who's Sorry Now' and 'Everybody's Somebody's Fool,' has died at 87, two weeks after being hospitalized for extreme pain. She sold over 40 million records, was the first woman to top the Billboard Hot 100, and faced numerous personal tragedies throughout her life. Her legacy as a trailblazing artist and survivor endures.

obituary8 months ago

Legendary 1960s Singer Connie Francis Dies at 87

Connie Francis, a renowned singer and actress known for hits like 'Where the Boys Are' and 'Who's Sorry Now?', has died at age 87. She was a highly successful artist with over 200 million records sold worldwide, but her life was marked by personal tragedies and health struggles. Her resurgence on TikTok with 'Pretty Little Baby' highlights her lasting influence. She is remembered for her powerful voice and resilience.

Legendary 1960s Singer Connie Francis Dies at 87
entertainment8 months ago

Legendary 1960s Singer Connie Francis Dies at 87

Connie Francis, a legendary singer known for hits like 'Stupid Cupid' and 'Who's Sorry Now,' has died at 87, shortly after her 1962 song 'Pretty Little Baby' went viral on TikTok, sparking a resurgence in her popularity. She was the first female artist to top the US Billboard Charts and had a career spanning over 70 years, overcoming personal tragedies and health issues.

music8 months ago

Legendary 1960s Singer Connie Francis Dies at 87

Connie Francis, a legendary pop singer known for hits like 'Stupid Cupid' and 'Where the Boys Are,' has died at age 87. She was a chart-topping artist of the '50s and '60s, with a career spanning over six decades, and recently experienced a resurgence due to a viral TikTok hit. She passed away after a period of hospitalization, leaving behind a significant legacy in the music industry.