Lauren Bennett, G.R.L. Singer Known for 'Party Rock Anthem,' Dies at 37
WHO:
Euronews - Lauren Bennett is survived by her husband, Kenny, and their six-year-old daughter, Harlow.
Euronews - The G.R.L. members who released the statement include Emmalyn Estrada, Natasha Slayton, Paula van Oppen, and Simone Battle, who died by suicide in 2015.
Billboard - The surviving members of G.R.L. include Emmalyn Estrada, Natasha Slayton, and Paula van Oppen.
Variety - Lauren Bennett, a singer known for her work with the groups Paradiso Girls and G.R.L.
TMZ - Bennett was a member of the group G.R.L. and featured in LMFAO's song "Party Rock Anthem."
WHAT:
TMZ - Lauren Bennett's sudden death is under investigation in England, with the Kent and Medway Coroner Service leading the inquiry.
TMZ - UK authorities indicated that it could take months before any answers regarding the cause of death are available.
Euronews - G.R.L.'s most popular song was "Ugly Heart," and they also recorded "Wild Wild Love" with Pitbull.
Euronews - Lauren Bennett took her first steps to fame in 2007 as a member of The Paradiso Girls, a European spin-off of the US Pussycat Dolls.
Coming Soon - Lauren Bennett was known for collaborations with Pitbull in addition to her work with LMFAO and G.R.L.
Rolling Stone Music - G.R.L. members stated, "We will forever cherish the love, laughter, and countless memories she gave us."
Billboard - The surviving members of G.R.L. expressed, "We cannot express how much she meant to us."
Variety - Lauren Bennett has died at the age of 37.
TMZ - G.R.L. released a statement expressing their sadness over Bennett's passing, stating, "It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our beloved Lauren."
WHEN:
US Magazine - The statement from G.R.L. was shared via Instagram on Monday, July 6.
Variety - Bennett was 37 years old at the time of her death.
WHY:
Variety - The cause of Lauren Bennett's death has not been disclosed in the articles.
HOW:
Euronews - The Paradiso Girls disbanded three years later without making an impact on the charts.
Variety - Bennett's death was announced by her fellow G.R.L. members through a joint statement on Instagram.
(UPDATED July 7, 2026 17:39 UTC)
Lauren Bennett's sudden death is currently under investigation in England, with the Kent and Medway Coroner Service overseeing the inquiry. UK authorities have stated that it may take months before any answers regarding the cause of death are revealed. As the investigation unfolds, more details are expected to emerge in the coming weeks.
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(UPDATED July 7, 2026 15:51 UTC)
Lauren Bennett, known for her work with G.R.L. and The Paradiso Girls, is survived by her husband, Kenny, and their six-year-old daughter, Harlow. G.R.L. gained popularity with hits like "Ugly Heart" and collaborated with Pitbull on "Wild Wild Love," while Bennett initially stepped into the spotlight in 2007 as part of The Paradiso Girls, a European offshoot of the Pussycat Dolls. Unfortunately, The Paradiso Girls disbanded just three years later without making a significant mark on the music charts.
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(UPDATED July 7, 2026 10:07 UTC)
The surviving members of G.R.L. are Emmalyn Estrada, Natasha Slayton, and Paula van Oppen. Lauren Bennett, who is recognized for her collaborations with Pitbull and her work with LMFAO, is set to make an announcement soon. Fans of the group can look forward to more updates regarding their future plans.
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(UPDATED July 7, 2026 04:17 UTC)
G.R.L. has made headlines with a statement shared on Instagram. The announcement was released at 19:34 UTC. Fans are eager to see how this will unfold in the coming days.
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(UPDATED July 7, 2026 01:33 UTC)
The surviving members of G.R.L. have shared heartfelt tributes, stating, "We cannot express how much she meant to us." In a touching message, they added, "We will forever cherish the love, laughter, and countless memories she gave us." These sentiments reflect the deep bond and impact she had on the group.
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(UPDATED July 6, 2026 19:34 UTC)
Singer Lauren Bennett, known for her work with the groups Paradiso Girls and G.R.L., has died at the age of 37. G.R.L. released a heartfelt statement expressing their sadness, saying, "It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our beloved Lauren." The cause of her death has not been disclosed, and the announcement was made by her fellow G.R.L. members through a joint statement on Instagram.