"It's My Party" singer Lesley Gore, RIP

Sixties pop star Lesley Gore died this morning (2/16) at age 68 after a battle with lung cancer. Discovered by Quincy Jones, the Brooklyn-born singer scored a #1 hit with her first single “It’s My Party,” and made it into the Top 10 with her next three singles. Lesley, you’ll be missed. Rest in peace.

Watch Gore’s performance on classic ’60s concert film The T.A.M.I Show, below…

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