British singer Lauren Bennett has died. She was 37.
On the 6th (local time), a post announcing Lauren Bennett's death was uploaded to the official G.R.L. account.
G.R.L. members, in a statement, said, "We are deeply saddened to announce the death of our beloved Lauren. Words cannot express how much she meant to us," expressing deep sorrow.
They added, "We will forever cherish the love, laughter and so many memories she gave us," and said, "Her beautiful soul touched many lives, and she will be loved forever."
They added, "Rest in peace, our beloved Lauren. You will always be in our hearts," and added, "your GRLs." They did not disclose specific cause of death. G.R.L. members Natasha Slayton, Emmalyn Estrada and Paula van Oppen also posted the statement on their respective social accounts to mourn Lauren Bennett.
Lauren Bennett debuted in 2007 as a member of the girl group Paradiso, planned by Pussycat Dolls founder Robin Antin. After the team disbanded, she joined the pop group G.R.L., formed in 2014 when the Pussycat Dolls were reassembled, but it disbanded following the death of member Simone Battle; in 2016 Lauren Bennett, Natasha Slayton and Emmalyn Estrada reformed as a trio and were active.
Notably, Lauren Bennett also featured on LMFAO's 2011 hit "Party Rock Anthem." "Party Rock Anthem" topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart for six weeks and set the record for most likes on YouTube before the appearance of "Gangnam Style," sparking a global "shuffle dance" craze.
Many expressed sorrow at the sudden news of her death. In response, Lauren Bennett's former bandmate Aaria Crescendo posted on social media, "Lauren, my sister and best friend, rest in peace. I can't believe you've left us," adding, "I talked to you a week ago, and I never imagined that would be the last time we spoke. I will love and miss you forever," expressing deep sorrow.
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