Melissa Manchester

Melissa Manchester (b. 1951) is an American MOR singer-songwriter. She was the guest star in Episode 512 of The Muppet Show; in many markets, this was the last episode of the series to air. Her hits include "Don't Cry Out Loud" and "You Should Hear How She Talks About You."

Performed "Don't Cry Out Loud" on The Muppet Show.

She also recorded the theme for the film Ice Castles (1980), and contributed a song to Disney's The Great Mouse Detective (1986)

Won the 1982 Grammy for Best Female Vocal Performance.

Continues to record and write songs.