nnConnie Francis, the iconic 1950s-60s pop star known for hits like ‘Pretty Little Baby,’ has died at age 87. Her career included over a dozen top 20 hits, including #1 songs ‘Don’t Break the Heart That Loves You’ and ‘The Heart Has a Mind of Its Own.’ She appealed to both young and adult audiences, becoming one of the most successful female singers of her era. Beyond music, she starred in films like ‘Where the Boys Are’ and ‘Follow the Boys.’ Her personal life was marked by heartbreak and tragedy, contrasting her wholesome public image.
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