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Pretty Little Baby singer Connie Francis, 87, was hospitalised on July 2 due to "extreme pain" and admitted to the ICU for tests and examinations. She recently suffered a pelvic fracture and was forced to use a wheelchair. Francis updated her fans on Facebook, saying she's been transferred to a private room after undergoing tests in intensive care. She had to cancel her appearance at Cousin Brucie's Fourth of July special due to the pain. Francis' 1962 song Pretty Little Baby went viral on TikTok, garnering billions of views and sparking a career resurgence.

Connie Francis wrote on Facebook, "I am pleased to advise that following a series of tests and examinations in Intensive Care, I have now been transferred to a private room. Thank you all for your kind thoughts, words and prayers. They mean so much! Love, Connie."

Connie Francis is a legendary American pop singer and actress who rose to fame in the late 1950s and early 1960s. Born Concetta Rosa Maria Franconero on December 12, 1937, she became one of the most successful female vocalists of her time, captivating audiences with her powerful voice and charismatic stage presence.

With an estimated record sale of over 200 million worldwide, Francis's impact on the music industry is undeniable. Her impressive career spanned multiple genres, and she achieved remarkable success globally, topping charts in countries such as Germany, Japan, the United Kingdom, Italy, and Australia.

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Francis's achievements in the music industry are notable not only for her impressive record sales but also for breaking down barriers for women in music. In 1960, she became the first woman to reach No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart with her hit single "Everybody's Somebody's Fool". This milestone marked a significant moment in music history, paving the way for future generations of female artists. Francis continued to make history, becoming the first woman to have three No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Throughout her career, she had 53 hits, solidifying her position as one of the most successful female artists of her era. With her talent, perseverance, and trailblazing spirit, Connie Francis left an indelible mark on the music industry.