Answer
Laura Branigan was born on July 3, 1952 in Brewster, New York. She was an American singer and songwriter who achieved international success in the 1980s with songs such as "Gloria", "Self Control", and "Imagination". Branigan was known for her powerful vocals and her ability to sing in a wide range of genres. She died of a brain aneurysm on August 26, 2004 at the age of 52.