A Pinellas County, Florida medical examiner’s report indicates that Fame star Irene Cara’s official cause of death was Arteriosclerotic and Hypertensive Cardiovascular Disease. In

When Fame actress and singer Irene Cara died in November at 63, reports provided few details. However, TMZ says she died of hypertension and high cholesterol after reviewing the medical examiner’s reports.

Fame' star Irene Cara's cause of death has been revealed weeks after RadarOnline.com confirmed her autopsy had been completed.

Musician Irene Cara’s cause of death has been determined, according to new medical examiner records. The cause of death of the Oscar and Grammy winner, who died on 25 November at the age of 63, had been previously unknown.

Cara, who sang the title tracks in 'Fame' and 'Flashdance,' died at age 63 in November. Her cause of death was not announced at the time.

Irene Cara's cause of death has been revealed as "hypertension" and "high cholesterol." The singer and actress - who was best known for starring in 'Fame' and singing the title song of the musical movie 'Flashdance' - was found dead inside her Florida home in late November last year at the age of 63 and now TMZ reports that she died after suffering from high blood pressure and Atherosclerosis.