Nedra Talley Ross, a founding member of the ’60s girl group The Ronettes, has died at the age of 80, according to a post on the group’s social media accounts.
“It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of Nedra Talley Ross’ passing. She was a light to those who knew and loved her,” read the post. “As a founding member of The Ronettes, along with her beloved cousins Ronnie and Estelle, Nedra’s voice, style and spirit helped define a sound that would change music. Her contribution to the group’s story and their defining influence will live forever.”
“Rest peacefully dear Nedra. Thanks for the magic,” the post concludes.
The Ronettes, which also featured lead singer Ronnie Spector and her sister Estelle Bennet, saw their career take off after they signed with producer Phil Spector in early 1963. Their biggest hit, “Be My Baby,” was released later that year and peaked at #2 on the Billboard chart. It went on to be inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1999. The group also had several other top-40 hits, including “Baby, I Love You,” “Walking in the Rain” and “(The Best Part of) Breakin’ Up.”
Ross was the last surviving member of The Ronettes. Ronnie Spector died in 2022 at age 78, while Bennet died in February 2009 at age 67.
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