Connie Francis, the iconic 1950s and 60s pop star known for hits like "Pretty Little Baby" and "Who's Sorry Now?", passed away at 87. Her death was announced by her publicist, Ron Roberts, following a recent hospitalization. Francis recently enjoyed a TikTok resurgence with "Pretty Little Baby." Beyond her musical success, her life was marked by personal tragedies, including a violent attack and family losses, detailed in her autobiography. She achieved significant success, with numerous top 20 hits and film roles, before facing considerable hardship later in life.

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