Laura Branigan was an American actor and singer, best known for her roles in Flashdance (1983), Ghostbusters (1984), and I, Tonya (2017). She made a significant impact on the music industry with her hit songs that were English-language remakes of popular European tracks.
Personal and Family Life
Laura Branigan was born on July 3, 1952, in Mount Kisco, New York. She was married to Laurence Ross Kruteck from December 8, 1978, until his death on June 15, 1996. Laura had no children and was known for her unique onstage presence, often brushing her hair back with one hand while performing.
Death and Legacy
Laura Branigan passed away on August 26, 2004, in East Quogue, New York, due to a brain aneurysm. Her music and performances left a lasting legacy, and she is remembered for her contributions to both film and pop music.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Delta Pi | 1984-04-01 | Monica |
| Backstage | 1988-03-29 | Kate Lawrence |
| Mitterrand, président culturel | 2021-05-12 | Self (archive footage) |
| Countdown – The Wonder Years 2 | 2007-01-01 | Self (archive footage) |
| Night of 100 Stars II | 1985-03-10 | Self |
| Laura Branigan in Concert Atlantic City, New Jersey | 1990-05-05 | |
| Self Control | 1984-04-19 | Woman |
| CHiPs | 1977-09-15 | |
| Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest | 1972-12-31 | Self |
| Automan | 1983-12-15 | |
| Where Are They Now? | 1999-06-07 | Self |
| Disco | 1971-02-13 | Self |
| Champs-Elysées | 1982-01-16 | Self |
| Festival Internacional de la Canción de Viña del Mar | 1963-02-14 | Self – Musical Guest |
| TV Story Superstar | 2020-01-23 | Self (archive footage) |
| The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson | 1962-10-01 | Self |
| Die verflixte 7 | 1984-04-07 | Self |
| Wie wär’s heut’ mit Revue? | 1983-05-14 | Self |