Lauren Bennett, a British-born singer known for her feature on LMFAO’s 2011 hit song “Party Rock Anthem,” has died. She was 36.
Bennett was also a former member of the girl groups G.R.L. and Paradiso Girls and had collaborated with artists such as will.i.am and CeeLo Green. Her death was announced by the members of G.R.L. in a statement posted to Instagram on Monday.
“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Lauren,” the statement, signed by Emmalyn Estrada, Natasha Slayton, and Paula van Oppen, 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.”
The statement continued, “Her beautiful spirit touched so many lives, and she will be deeply missed and forever loved. Rest peacefully, sweet Lauren. You will always be in our hearts.”
According to USA Today, which cited local coroner records, Bennett died in England on May 29. Her cause of death has not been disclosed, and an inquest is scheduled to take place in the fall.