- Nedra Talley Ross, the last surviving member of the iconic 1960s girl group The Ronettes, has passed away at the age of 80.
- Her death was announced by The Ronettes' official Instagram account, which praised her voice, style, and spirit for helping to define the group's influential sound.
- Talley Ross's daughter, Nedra K Ross, confirmed her mother's passing on Facebook, stating she died peacefully at home surrounded by family.
- The Ronettes, known for their distinctive beehive hairstyles, achieved significant fame through their collaboration with producer Phil Spector, scoring major hits such as “Be My Baby” and “Walking in the Rain”.
- Despite releasing only one studio album, the group's recordings have had a lasting impact on music, leading to their induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2007.
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Nedra Talley Ross, last surviving member of The Ronettes, dies at 80