Date of Birth: July 3, 1952
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Date of Death: August 26, 2004
Biography
Laura Branigan was an American singer, songwriter, and actress best known for her powerful, husky voice and emotive delivery. Born and raised in Brewster, New York, she began her career singing backup for Leonard Cohen before breaking out as a solo artist in the early 1980s. Branigan achieved international fame with her 1982 platinum hit “Gloria,” which stayed on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 for 36 weeks and earned her a Grammy nomination. She followed up with several hits throughout the 1980s, including “Self Control,” “Solitaire,” and “How Am I Supposed to Live Without You.” In addition to her music career, Branigan also took on acting roles in film and television. Despite her success, Branigan stepped back from her career in the mid-1990s to care for her husband, who was diagnosed with cancer. She passed away in 2004, leaving behind a legacy as one of the defining voices of the 1980s.
5 Interesting Facts about Laura Branigan
1. Laura Branigan’s hit song “Gloria” was originally an Italian song by Umberto Tozzi, which she re-recorded in English.
2. Branigan was nominated for four Grammy Awards throughout her career.
3. She performed “Self Control” on the popular TV show “Solid Gold” in 1984.
4. Laura Branigan was a classmate of Meryl Streep at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts.
5. Her song “Gloria” saw a resurgence in popularity after being used in the 2019 film “Gloria Bell.”
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Laura Branigan
1. “Music is what I breathe, what I love to do. It keeps me alive.”
2. “I want to touch people’s hearts with my music.”
3. “Fame is fleeting. I’m just happy to be able to continue doing what I love.”
4. “I sing with passion because I feel every word.”
5. “Life is too short to worry about what other people think.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of her career, Laura Branigan’s net worth was estimated to be around $5 million.
Children
Laura Branigan did not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Laura Branigan Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laura_Branigan
2. [Official Laura Branigan Website](http://www.laurabraniganonline.com/
3. [Laura Branigan on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0104291/
5. [Laura Branigan’s “Gloria” on YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=355Fk8drgZE
