CONNIE FRANCIS – 83 YEARS OLD

It goes without saying that 1950s Hollywood gave us some of the most iconic classics and some of the most talented artists. One of those talents is none other than pop singer Connie Francis. If you don’t know, Connie Francis was a former Hollywood singer and actress who rose to fame in the late 50s and early 60s. She began her career in the industry by appearing in NBC’s Startime Kids in 1953 until 1955.

By the late ’50s, Connie was already recording hit classics in the same studio as The Beatles. Although she was gaining acting credits steadily, it was really her singing that gave her much of her success. She also encountered a number of setbacks and tragedies throughout her career, but she was able to conquer them all. Today, Connie has added author to her resume after releasing her autobiography book in 2017. It’s hard enough to find your footing in an industry that is fleeting and fast-paced, so we believe Connie deserves extra recognition for trying on several hats in the span of her career.