According to her management, Connie Francis, the American pop singer who peaked at number one on the charts in the 1950s and 1960s with songs about heartbreak and young love, passed away on Wednesday night at the age of 87.
According to manager Ron Roberts, Francis was admitted to the hospital earlier in July due to excruciating pelvic pain and spent some time in critical care. He did not specify the reason or location of his death.
Francis sold tens of millions of singles in the late 1950s and early 1960s, including the sultry, maudlin ballads “Who’s Sorry Now” and “Where the Boys Are,” as well as the skittering, lovesick hit “Stupid Cupid.” Francis had a strong, clear voice that could be both upbeat and melancholy.
