Singer Connie Francis Passes Away Following TikTok Viral Hit

Connie Francis, who was once the world's top-selling female artist, has passed away at the age of 87. The musician, known for hits like Stupid Cupid and Who's Sorry Now, had a recent resurgence when her 1962 song Pretty Little Baby went viral on TikTok. She had been receiving treatment for pelvic pain due to a fracture before her death, which was confirmed by Universal Music after being reported by the president of her record label, Ron Roberts.

Roberts announced on Facebook, "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 been active on Facebook, updating fans about her health. Her death followed the popularity of Pretty Little Baby on TikTok, with many people, including celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Kylie Jenner, creating lip-sync videos to the song.

ABBA singer Agnetha Fältskog and actress Gracie Lawrence, who portrays Francis in a Broadway musical, also paid tribute to the late singer. Francis expressed surprise at the sudden success of Pretty Little Baby, a song she recorded 63 years ago. Born Concetta Rosemarie Franconero in Brooklyn, New York, she struggled initially in her singing career but found success with hits like Who's Sorry Now? in the late 1950s.

In the early 1960s, Francis became the top-selling female artist globally. She recorded in multiple languages and was known for hits like Everybody's Somebody's Fool. Despite facing challenges in the mid-60s, she continued her music career and later became an advocate for crime victims' rights and mental health awareness. Her passing came after a brief illness, with more details to be shared later.