Birth Name: Laura Ann Branigan

Date of Birth: July 3, 1952

Place of Birth: Brewster, New York, U.S.

Date of Death: August 26, 2004

Place of Death: East Quogue, New York, U.S.

Ethnicity: Irish

Laura Branigan was an American singer, songwriter, and actress. She is known for her song “Gloria.”

She was the daughter of Kathleen (O’Hare) and James Branigan. Her brother was singer Billy Branigan. Laura was married to Lawrence Ross “Larry” Kruteck, until his death.

Laura’s maternal grandfather was William O’Hare, Jr. (the son of William John O’Hare and Agnes B. O’Connor). Laura’s grandfather William was born in New York, to Irish parents.

Laura’s maternal grandmother was Mary Conway (the daughter of Francis J. Conway and Mary Teresa McGuiness). Laura’s grandmother Mary was born in New York.

Sources: Genealogy of Laura Branigan (focusing on her mother’s side) –

Laura’s mother on the 1940 U.S. Census –

Marriage record of Laura’s maternal grandparents, William O’Hare, Jr. and Mary Conway –

Birth record of Laura’s maternal grandfather, William O’Hare, Jr. –

Birth record of Laura’s maternal grandmother, Mary Conway –