n her role as aspiring singer and dancer Coco Hernandez in the 1980 hit film, Irene Cara has a poignant line about legacy. “How bright our spirits go shooting out into space, depends on how much we contributed to the earthly brilliance of this world. And I mean to be a major contributor!” Cara, who died on November 25 at age 63, contributed significantly during her time, starting with the musical drama’s anthemic title track, which
