Connie Francis, the chart-topping pop singer who grew up in Belleville, NJ, has died at 87. Her voice became a defining sound of the 1950s and ’60s.

The legacy of Connie Francis, who died July 16 at age 87, was more than the fluffy pop she was best known for—she was capable of real depth. Born Concetta Franconero in Newark, N.J., she had her first blockbuster hit in 1958 at 20 years old, “Who’s Sorry Now,” and for the next six years she was the most popular female singer in the world.

Pop music icon Connie Francis passed away at 87. Known for hits like "Everybody's Somebody's Fool" and the TikTok-revived "Pretty Little Baby," her music legacy spans decades with millions of records sold worldwide.

Connie Francis, the beloved voice behind classics like 'Pretty Little Baby' and 'Stupid Cupid', has died at 87. Known for her significant impact on the music industry, she recently experienced a resurgence in popularity through social media,

Connie Francis, the pop star, author and actor, has died at 87, and will be remembered for recording the soundtrack songs of post-World War II America.