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Lauren Bennett Party Rock Anthem singer dies at 37

Published 6 July 2026

Lauren Bennett, the English singer best known for her feature on LMFAO's 2011 global hit "Party Rock Anthem" and as a member of the girl group GRL, has died. She was 37. Her former GRL bandmates confirmed her death in a statement released on Monday, July 6, 2026.

The statement, signed by members Emmalyn Estrada, Natasha Slayton, and Paula van Oppen, expressed profound grief. "It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our beloved Lauren," it read. "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." A cause of death has not been publicly announced.

Bennett is survived by her six-year-old daughter, Harlow, whom she shared with dancer and actor Kenny Wormald.

Bennett's career in pop music began at a young age. She rose to prominence as a member of the international girl group the Paradiso Girls, formed by Pussycat Dolls founder Robin Antin. The group released its debut single "Patron Tequila," featuring Lil Jon and Eve, in 2009 before disbanding the following year. Her...

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