The Grammy-nominated song stayed on the Billboard charts for 36 weeks peaking at number 2 and remains a karaoke favorite around the world. All the misinformation prompted a revised obituary, released Friday. This browser does not support getting your location. 2, according to Billboard.com. Scarpaci Funeral Home 1401 86th St, Brooklyn, NY 11228, Moravian Cemetery 2205 Richmond Rd, Staten Island, NY 10306. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. Failed to remove flower. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. April 18, 2016, Find a Grave regret the recognition of 1952. She was 47. [13] In 1973 the group, with bass player Bob Valdez, released their debut album The Friend Ship,[14] featuring the singles "When You Were Young", and "Cane and Able", which featured the hook line "Throw away your cane and you are able". [3], Branigan and her music saw renewed popularity and public interest in 2019 in the US after "Gloria" was adopted by the NHL's St. Louis Blues as their unofficial victory song while they completed a historic mid-season turnaround to win their first Stanley Cup in franchise history, leading to the song entering ice hockey lore as an "unlikely championship anthem". After the Blues defeated the Boston Bruins in the Stanley Cup Finals, on June 12, Y98 played "Gloria" again for 24 hours. Laura Branigan, who has died of a brain aneurysm aged 47, was a powerful singer with a five-octave range who in an earlier generation would have graced the Broadway . In the spring of 1983, Branigan released her second album Branigan 2. In 1984, she reached number one in Canada and Germany with the U.S. No. Her songs also appeared on soundtracks for the films "Flashdance" and "Ghostbusters.". Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. You can always change this later in your Account settings. I Know You By Heart was titel of Lauras song. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. She is survived by her mother, two brothers and a sister. In 2002 she starred as Janis Joplin in the off-Broadway musical "Love, Janis," which earned her rave reviews. The late great singer Laura Branigan was turning in her grave on Wednesday. Try again. Three years later, at just 52, Branigan died in her sleep of a . Photo of Laura Branigan for fans of Celebrities who died young 41344981. They have now turned back to 1957, born in Brewster. Branigan died of a brain aneurysm Thursday in her sleep at her home in East Quogue, said her brother Mark Branigan. In 2002 she starred as Janis Joplin in the off-Broadway musical "Love, Janis," which earned her rave reviews. She was nominated for two -- not four -- Grammy Awards. Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? After her run of success in the 1980s, her releases in the early 1990s attracted little attention. The world lost the must GREAT singer ever. Laura Branigan, a Grammy-nominated pop singer best known for her 1982 platinum hit Gloria, has died. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. She wasn't 47 when she died of a brain aneurysm, she was 52. Failed to delete memorial. Her signature song, the platinum-certified 1982 single "Gloria", stayed on the U.S. Add interesting content and earn coins . [2] From January 2019 the Blues would post a 30-10-5 record in the remaining games to finish at 45-28-9 and qualify for a playoff spot, eventually advancing to the 2019 Stanley Cup Finals, the teams' first Stanley Cup Final since 1970, where they defeated the Boston Bruins in 7 games to win their first Stanley Cup in franchise history. Branigan added production to her list of credits with her cover of Vicki Sue Robinson's disco-era "Turn the Beat Around" and the atmospheric "Let Me In", a cover of an Eddie Money song. The full name of the school she attended is the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, not the Academy of Dramatic Arts. Tue 31 Aug 2004 06.59 EDT. The bands Phish and Vampire Weekend, who were both holding concerts in St. Louis on the night of Game 7, performed covers of "Gloria" when they learned the Blues had won the Cup. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 1st 2023 from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Scarpaci Funeral Home (1401 86th St, Brooklyn, NY 11228). Laura Branigan died in her sleep at her lodge in East Quogue, New York, on August 26, 2004, at age 52. I will remember you forever I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU. During the late 1970s, she toured Europe as a backing vocalist for Canadian singer and songwriter Leonard Cohen. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. As her stature grew, she attracted Grammy-winning producers including Phil Ramone, Richard Perry and David Kershenbaum. Branigan died of a brain aneurysm Thursday in her sleep at her home in. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. She also is best described as having grown up in Armonk, not Brewster, as the APs original obituary said. A vocalist with a five-and-a-half octave range, she was a touring backup singer for Leonard Cohen before launching her solo career in the late 1970s. After the death of her husband, Lawrence Kruteck, in 1996, Branigan stopped performing but returned to the stage in 2001. The band broke up, after which Walker Daniels committed suicide. This memorial website was created in memory of Laura Branigan, 91, born on November 5, 1892 and passed away on August 0, 1984. [4] Golik has also stated her belief that Branigan and "Gloria" "will forever be intertwined" with the Blues and the city of St. ", Branigan released seven albums after her debut "Branigan," including "Solitaire," "Self Control," and "How Am I Supposed to Live Without You," which was co-written with Michael Bolton. Also during 1984, Branigan contributed the song "Hot Night" to the Ghostbusters soundtrack. Branigan died Thursday in her sleep at her home, said her manager, John Bowers. "Gloria," a signature song from her debut album "Branigan," stayed on the pop charts for 36 weeks and earned her a Grammy nomination for best female pop vocalist, the first of four nominations in her career. If she were here, I know she would have participated in a very big way. Her most successful studio album was 1984's platinum-selling Self Control. She also made television appearances, including guest spots on "CHiPs," and in the films "Mugsy's Girls" and "Backstage. ", Your Scrapbook is currently empty. The Official Laura Branigan Website - A comprehensive site on Laura Branigan including news concert info biography discography media features discussion fun stuff and the official online store. Funeral services were scheduled for Monday. She attended the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in Manhattan. Although most sources at the time of her death gave Branigan's birth year as 1957, reliable sources subsequently confirmed she was born in 1952. completed a historic mid-season turnaround, Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance, Learn how and when to remove this template message, XXXVII Festival Internacional de la Cancin de Via del Mar, "Vampire Weekend & Phish Cover Laura Branigan's 'Gloria' to Salute NHL Champs St. Louis Blues", "Laura Branigan, a Grammy-nominated pop singer best known for her 1982 platinum hit "Gloria," has died", "One More St. Louis Blues Win, And Laura Branigan's 'Gloria' Becomes An Unlikely Championship Anthem", "2/3 It truly makes me smile to know that Laura & "Gloria" will forever be intertwined with @StLouisBlues & city of St. Louis, & I feel that connection personally too.THANKS AGAIN for welcoming me so warmly to STL. We have set your language to Branigan's version reached No. 1. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, The funeral for Laura Branigan was held on August 23, 2004, at Saint Thomas the Apostle Church in Greenwich Village, New York City. Branigan died of a brain aneurysm Thursday in her sleep at her home in East Quogue, said her brother Mark Branigan. 1 on the Billboard adult contemporary chart. 2004 Laura passed away of a brain aneurysm. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Pop Singer. In 1994, she sang a duet with David Hasselhoff called I Believe for the soundtrack of the television show Baywatch. She released a 13-track Best of Branigan LP the next year. A system error has occurred. The year 1984, while she was working with German producer Jack White,[21][22] was the height of the European synthpop era, and "Self Control", the title track of Branigan's third album, released in April 1984 became her biggest hit internationally, topping the charts in over six countries, most notably West Germany, where it spent six weeks at No. Branigan recently had been working on material for a new release. After the death of her husband, Lawrence Kruteck, in 1996, Branigan stopped performing but returned to the stage in 2001. Her signature song, the platinum-certified 1982 single "Gloria", stayed on the U.S. Try again later. Market data provided by Factset. She was 52. Laura Branigan, a Grammy-nominated pop singer best known for her 1982 platinum hit Gloria, has died. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Laura Vesco to show support. After her run of success in the 1980s, her releases in the early 1990s attracted little attention. "[4] Would you like to offer Laura Vescos loved ones a condolence message? Her most successful album was 1984's platinum-selling Self Control. Laura Branigan was singer, songwriter and actress of here heart. The first single from the album was "All Night with Me", which reached No. In 1972, Branigan met acoustic guitarist Walker Daniels and his future wife Sharon Storm, and acoustic guitarist Chris Van Cleave, forming the folk-rock band Meadow. Connect with the definitive source for global and local news. Durante a adolescncia, venceu diversos concursos musicais em boates de Nova York, logo atraindo ateno da indstria fonogrfica, sendo convidada a gravar discos em pouco . "I left Janis because the producers failed to file with Equity properly," she told the Sunday News in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Biografia. Thanks for your help! Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? The album's third single, "Cry Wolf", a top-30 AC hit, did not capture the attention of pop radio stations and stalled; the ballad was recorded two years later by Stevie Nicks, and more recently by its writer Jude Johnstone. Two of her songs were selected for the movies . [39][40][41], A club member kept yelling, "Play 'Gloria!'" Branigan's other popular singles include "Solitaire," "How Am I Supposed To Live Without You?," "The Power of Love," "Spanish Eddie," "Self-Control," "Imagination." She signed as a solo artist with Atlantic Records in 1982. "Gloria", an Italian love song recorded in 1979 by Umberto Tozzi and successful in several European countries, was released as the album's second single. 46 on the Billboard Digital Song Sales chart for the week of June 22, 2019. She is survived by her mother, two brothers and a sister. Branigan died in her sleep of a brain aneurysm Thursday at her home in East . You have chosen this person to be their own family member. Laura Branigan was born on July 3, 1952 in Mount Kisco, New York. She was 47.\rHere family lost a sister, daughter, A great missing. After her run of success in the 1980s, her releases in the early 1990s attracted little attention. Gloria, a signature song from her debut album Branigan, stayed atop the pop charts for 36 weeks and earned her a Grammy nomination for best female pop vocalist, the first of four nominations in her career. Add to your scrapbook. Both "Gloria" and "Self Control" were successful in the United Kingdom, making the Top 10 in the UK Singles Chart. A burial will be held on Thursday, March 2nd 2023 at the Moravian Cemetery (2205 Richmond Rd, Staten Island, NY 10306). The story behind the Blues new (old) postgame victory song", "How a night in a Philadelphia bar inspired the Blues' infectious 'Play Gloria' celebration", "Play Gloria! He would not disclose the cause, although her official Web site listed it as a brain aneurysm. She was born July 3 1957. With the 11th anniversary of Laura Branigan's death on Wednesday, fans of the "Gloria" singer want to set the record straight. Her chart success began to wane as the decade closed and after her last two studio albums Laura Branigan (1990) and Over My Heart (1993) garnered little attention, she generally retired from public life for the rest of the 1990s. Since then, the AP has identified other errors in the obituary: Her hit song Gloria was on the U.S. pop chart for 36 weeks, not atop it for that long. In 1984, she reached number one in Canada and Germany with the U.S. No. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. Just as Blues & city made a commitment to "Gloria" & Laura, I made a commitment to Blues & city as well! Weve updated the security on the site. In 1994, she sang a duet with David Hasselhoff called I Believe for the soundtrack of the television show Baywatch. She released a 13-track Best of Branigan LP the next year. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. The AP issued a correction on Dec. 16, 2016. After the death of her husband, Lawrence Kruteck, in 1996, Branigan stopped performing but returned to the stage in 2001. As she was recording new music and preparing a comeback to the music industry, she died at her home in August 2004 from a previously undiagnosed cerebral aneurysm.Branigan and her music saw renewed popularity and public interest in 2019 in the US after \"Gloria\" was adopted by the NHL's St. Louis Blues as their unofficial victory song while they completed a historic mid-season turnaround to win their first Stanley Cup in franchise history, leading to the song entering ice hockey lore as an \"unlikely championship anthem\".Branigan's legacy manager and representative Kathy Golik embraced the trend and traveled to St. Louis to publicly represent Branigan among the Blues fanbase during the 2019 Stanley Cup Playoffs, later stating her belief that Branigan and \"Gloria\" \"will forever be intertwined\" with the Blues and the city of St. Louis You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. Laura branigan funeral. The original version of this story said she died at age 47. Celebrities who died young Club Join New Post. Laura Branigan, a Grammy-nominated pop singer best known for her 1982 platinum hit "Gloria," has died. 69 on the Billboard charts in early 1982. 2. [5], Laura Ann Branigan was born on July 3, 1952, in Mount Kisco, New York,[6] near New York City, the fourth of five children born to Irish-American parents[7] Kathleen O'Hare Branigan[8] and James Branigan Sr., an account executive and mutual funds broker; they later separated. She was 47.Branigan died Thursday in her sleep at her home, said her manager, John Bowers. She performed duets with John Farnham as well as Latin pop artist Luis Miguel. Following their January 7 victory over the Flyers, which was Binnington's first NHL start, the Blues played "Gloria" in the locker room to celebrate their victory, with it then becoming a regular locker room ritual. She signed as a solo artist with Atlantic Records in 1982. The titles Solitaire and How Am I Supposed to Live Without You are songs, not albums. There is no photo or video of Laura Vesco.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. 60. The album alternated four energetic up-tempo songs with five ballads, including one of the few songs written solely by Branigan, "I Wish We Could Be Alone". She is survived by her mother, two brothers and a sister. [citation needed], Branigan was raised in Armonk, New York,[9] and as a child attended a Catholic school in nearby Chappaqua. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. While the rioting in Washington was raging, the Trump family partied in a heated tent on the outskirts of despicable. My voice isn't anything like Janis Joplin's, and there were 19 of her songs in the show. Verify and try again. Funeral services were scheduled for Monday. Laura Branigan was a Grammy-nominated pop singer, songwriter, and actress. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 1st 2023 from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Scarpaci Funeral Home (1401 86th St, Brooklyn, NY 11228). School records, newspaper articles written about her in the 1950s and 1960s, and testimonials from childhood friends all indicate she was born in 1952. based on information from your browser. Kruteck survived for another two and a half years and died on June 15, 1996, after which Branigan stopped performing. He would not disclose the cause, although her official Web site listed it as a brain aneurysm.Gloria, a signature song from her debut album Branigan, stayed atop the pop charts for 36 weeks. She signed with Atlantic Records in 1979 and not 1982, according to the record company. In 1984, Branigan's live show was recorded twice, for a syndicated radio concert series and a concert video. She scored a number one smash hit in 1982 with the power pop ballad "Gloria." (In concerts and television appearances throughout her career, Branigan accompanied herself on the piano for the song.). He said she had complained to a friend of a headache for about two weeks before she died, but had not sought medical attention. She also made television appearances, including guest spots on CHIPS, and in the films Mugsys Girls and Backstage., Branigan released seven albums after her debut Branigan, including Solitaire, Self Control, and How Am I Supposed to Live Without You, which was co-written with Michael Bolton. Jacks members say they have trademarked "Play Gloria" and they have sold over 700 shirts bearing the phrase. She was 52. 4 hit "Self Control", which was released by Italian singer and songwriter Raf the same year. 'Gloria' singer Laura Branigan, who died 15 years ago, is getting offers to perform her resurgent song The St. Louis Blues have adopted the 1982 hit, and fans want to hear it sung live By. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. Branigan died of a brain aneurysm Thursday in her sleep at her home in East Quogue, said her brother Mark Branigan. Billboard Hot 100 for 36 weeks. This account has been disabled. She also made television appearances, including guest spots on CHiPs, and in the films Mugsys Girls and Backstage., Branigan released seven albums after her debut Branigan, including Solitaire, Self Control, and How Am I Supposed to Live Without You, which was co-written with Michael Bolton. Resend Activation Email. Failed to report flower. She began returning to performing in the early 2000s, most notably appearing as Janis Joplin in the off-Broadway musical Love, Janis. 2 hit \"Ti amo\" (1984), her return to the top 40 \"The Power of Love\" (1987), the top hit 15 dance Shattered Glass. Her name blipped back briefly in August 2004 when she died in her sleep of a brain aneurysm. [40], At the time, the Blues had the worst record in the league at 15184, had fired head coach Mike Yeo, called up rookie goaltender Jordan Binnington from the minor leagues to replace struggling starter Jake Allen, and seemed bound for a lost season. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. Copyright 2017 by WPLG Local10.com. Branigan died of a brain aneurysm Thursday in her sleep at her home in East. [17], Branigan had official greatest hits collections released in South America, Japan, Germany, South Africa, and the U.S.; the U.S. collection was released in 1995. Laura Ann Branigan (July 3, 1952 [nb 1] - August 26, 2004) was an American singer, songwriter, and actress. 4 hit \"Self Control\". Its peak position was No. Laura made Gloria - Self Control in the 80s, the must famus songs in the world. [38] A few Blues players visited a bar in South Philadelphia called Jacks NYB to watch the NFL Wild Card game between the Philadelphia Eagles and Chicago Bears. This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. The dramatic turnaround in the Blues' fortunes following their adoption of "Gloria" led to it being embraced as their new victory anthem. Her songs also appeared on soundtracks for the films Flashdance and Ghostbusters.. Photo: AP. [12], Between 1970 and 1972, Branigan attended the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City,[12] and supported herself by working as a waitress. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. Laura Branigan, 'Gloria' singer, dies at 52. Her songs also appeared on soundtracks for the films Flashdance and Ghostbusters.. Search above to list available cemeteries. "I was sort of relieved. Laura Branigan, 'Gloria' singer, dies at 52 NEW YORK (AP) -- Laura Branigan, a Grammy-nominated pop singer best known for her 1982 platinum hit "Gloria," has died. Share. It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Laura Vesco (Brooklyn, New York), who passed away on February 26, 2023, leaving to mourn family and friends. [10] She attended Byram Hills High School from 1966 to 1970,[11] starring in the high school musical The Pajama Game in her senior year. NEW YORK (AP) Laura Branigan, a Grammy-nominated pop singer best known for her 1982 platinum hit Gloria, has died. Branigan's sixth album, Laura Branigan (1990), brought her back to the Hi-NRG charts and gay clubs with "Moonlight on Water", and she scored a top-30 adult contemporary hit with "Never in a Million Years". Billboard Hot 100 for 36 weeks, then a record for a female artist, peaking at No. Branigan . Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Laura Branigan (9375990)? The St. Louis Blues win song has quite the backstory", "I WILL be at GAME 6 on SUNDAY, just as I've been here for EVERY Watch Party & EVERY game during the @StLouisBlues Stanley Cup run. "Shattered Glass" was performed by Branigan on the last episode of American Bandstand (hosted by Dick Clark) to be broadcast on ABC (the show would last for two more years, first in first-run syndication and finally on the USA Network) on September 5, 1987, becoming their last guest performer. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/9375990/laura-branigan. NEW YORK - When the pop singer Laura Branigan died, The Associated Press, relying on information from her management company, reported in an obituary on Aug. 28, 2004, that she was 47 and had been born on July 3, 1957. In 1994, she sang a duet with David Hasselhoff called I Believe for the soundtrack of the television show Baywatch. She released a 13-track Best of Branigan LP the next year. Branigan recently had been working on material for a new release. She signed as a solo artist with Atlantic Records in 1982. [31][32] At the time of her death, it was widely and erroneously reported that she was 47 years old, resulting from a technical error the Associated Press published after contacting Branigan's management company. The titles "Solitaire" and "How Am I Supposed to Live Without You" are songs and not albums. The cause was attributed to a previously undiagnosed ventricular brain aneurysm. Please enter your email and password to sign in. Local radio station Y98 played the song for 24 hours following the Blues' Game 7 double-overtime 21 victory over the Dallas Stars on May 8 and again two weeks later on May 22 after its Game 6 51 win over the San Jose Sharks to win the Western Conference Championship and advance to the finals. 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. Seeing her greatest level of success in the 1980s, Branigan's other singles included the Top 10 hit "Solitaire" (1983), the US Adult Contemporary Chart number one "How Am I Supposed to Live Without You" (1983), the Australian No. She was 52. Laura made Gloria - Self Control in the 80s, the must famus songs in the world. It also reached number one in Australia and Canada. She was 52. Her pop single "Looking Out for Number One", from her unreleased album Silver Dreams, made a brief appearance on the U.S. dance chart, reaching No. For her 1990 self-titled album, see, "Play Gloria" association with St. Louis Blues. During the years after Meadow broke up, Branigan had various jobs, including a stint as one of Leonard Cohen's backup singers for his European tour in AprilAugust 1976. She also had success in the United Kingdom with both \"Gloria\" and \"Self Control\" making the Top 10 in the UK Singles Chart.Seeing her greatest level of success in the 1980s, Branigan's other singles included the Top 10 hit \"Solitaire\" (1983), the U.S. AC chart number one \"How Am I Supposed to Live Without You\" (1983), the Australian No. (Pessis, Wells), a smooth mid-tempo number. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. [4] The song's resurgence in popularity has led to Branigan's management getting numerous requests for live performances and public appearances, leading them to release a statement reminding the public that Branigan is deceased, as well as adding a note about this to her social media accounts. Try again later. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. [34], At Byram Hills High School in Armonk, New York, the Laura Branigan Memorial Scholarship is given annually to a senior for excellence in the performing arts. Other hit singles included "Solitaire," "Self Control" and "How Am I Supposed to Live Without You," for which Michael Bolton had a songwriting credit. 2 hit "Ti amo" (1984), her return to the top 40 "The Power of Love" (1987), and "Shattered Glass" (1987), which reached the top 15 of the U.S. dance chart. School records, newspaper articles written about her in the 1950s and 1960s, and testimonials from childhood friends all indicate she was born in 1952. Her vocals propelled her English-language version of the French song, "Solitaire" toward the top of the U.S. charts. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. After high school, Laura moved to Manhattan and attended The American Academy of Dramatic Arts. She also made television appearances, including guest spots on CHiPs, and in the films Mugsys Girls and Backstage., Branigan released seven albums after her debut Branigan. Other hit singles included Solitaire, Self Control and How Am I Supposed to Live Without You, for which Michael Bolton had a songwriting credit. Family members linked to this person will appear here. Mount Kisco, Westchester County, New York, USA, East Quogue, Suffolk County, New York, USA. Enter Laura's Official Website! 2. NEW YORK Laura Branigan, a Grammy-nominated pop singer best known for her 1982 platinum hit "Gloria," has died. In 2002 she starred as Janis Joplin in the off-Broadway musical Love, Janis, which earned her rave reviews. During the late 1970s, she toured Europe as a backing vocalist for Canadian singer and songwriter Leonard Cohen. Branigan was born July 3, 1952, and grew up in Armonk, N.Y. She attended the Academy of Dramatic Arts in Manhattan. 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