Nedra Talley Ross, who with her cousins Ronnie Spector and Estelle Bennett formed the iconic 1960s girl group The Ronettes, has died. She was 80 years of age.
In a Sunday (4.26,) Facebook post, the singer’s passing was confirmed by her daughter, Nedra K Ross, who wrote “At approximately 8:30 this morning, our mother, Nedra Talley Ross, went home to be with the Lord.” “She was safe in her own bed at home with her family close, knowing she was loved. Thank you, Lord.”
While working with legendary record producer Phil Spector, Talley Ross, Bennett and Spector rose to prominence in 1963 as the Ronettes recording such hits as ‘Be My Baby; Baby, I Love You’ and ‘Walking in the Rain.
Taking to social media, the group’s official Instagram page posted:
“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.” “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.”
In 2009 Estelle Bennett died at age 67 from colon cancer, and her sister, Veronica Bennett, professionally known as Ronnie Spector (after marrying Phil Spector in 1968,) died in January 2022 at age 78 after a battle with cancer.
In 2007, The Ronettes were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
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Author: Al Dente
Photo: General Artists Corporation-GAC (management)-photographer-James Kriegsmann, New York – Public Domain