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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
World
Bob Thomas

Star-crossed singer Connie Francis, whose hits included 'Pretty Little Baby' dead at 87

Obit-Connie Francis - (AP2004)

Connie Francis, the wholesome pop star of the 1950s and 1960s whose hits include “Pretty Little Baby” and who would later serve as an ironic title for a personal life filled with heartbreak and tragedy, has died at age 87.

Her death was announced Thursday by her friend and publicist, Ron Roberts, who did not immediately provide additional details.

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