Pop Star Lauren Bennett, Voice of "Party Rock Anthem," Dies at 37
Pop Star Lauren Bennett, Voice of "Party Rock Anthem," Dies at 37
Shocking news: Singer Lauren Bennett, known for LMFAO's "Party Rock Anthem" and G.R.L., has passed away at 37. Fans and bandmates mourn her untimely death.
Millennial pop star Lauren Bennett, widely recognized for her vocals on LMFAO's global hit "Party Rock Anthem" and as a member of the girl group G.R.L., has died at the age of 37. The news of her passing was first shared by her heartbroken bandmates from G.R.L., sending shockwaves through the music industry and among her dedicated fanbase.
In a poignant statement, her G.R.L. bandmates, Em, Tash, and P, expressed their profound sorrow. "It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our beloved Lauren," they wrote. "Our hearts are broken, and we cannot begin to express how much she meant to us. We will forever cherish the love, laughter, and countless memories she gave us. Her beautiful spirit touched so many lives, and she will be deeply missed and forever loved. Rest peacefully, sweet Lauren. You will always be in our hearts." The cause of her death has not been immediately disclosed.
Born in Meopham, England, in June 1989, Bennett's musical journey began early. As a teenager, she was part of the pop group The Paradiso Girls from 2007 to 2010. Following the group's split, she ventured into a solo career, during which she made significant connections, including with LMFAO, will.i.am, and CeeLo Green. Her distinctive vocals on "Party Rock Anthem" became an iconic part of the 2011 smash hit, propelling her into international recognition.
In 2013, Bennett joined G.R.L., a group that went on to release an EP and several individual singles. Even while with G.R.L., she continued to pursue solo endeavors. More recently, she had teamed up with her brother Ryan to form the folk-rock duo BENNETT, showcasing her versatile musical talent across different genres.
Fans have flooded social media platforms, particularly G.R.L.'s Instagram announcement, to share their sympathies and grief. One fan commented, "I was not expecting to hear this news today. R.I.P. Lauren." Another heartfelt message read, "My condolences go out to @grl as well as Lauren’s husband and daughter who now has to grow up without a mother. Thank you Lauren 4 your beautiful stage presence and 4 being the star that u r. We will miss u 4ever."
Tragically, this is not the first loss for the G.R.L. family. In 2014, Simone Battle, another original member of the group, passed away by suicide, a fact not lost on mourning fans. "I can’t believe this has happened to you again. Such a tragedy," a fan wrote, reflecting the collective sorrow over the group's repeated hardships. Lauren Bennett leaves behind a legacy of vibrant music and a spirit that touched many.
