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MUSIC ICON: Pop Singer Ronnie Spector Dies At 78 | READ DETAILS

TAIYE AKINLOTAN

Jan 13, 2022

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A music icon and pop singer Ronnie Spector, has died at the age of 78 after battling with cancer.

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This was announced by her family on her official website on January 12, 2022.

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The statement read;

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"Our beloved earth angel, Ronnie, peacefully left this world today after a brief battle with cancer. She was with family and in the arms of her husband, Jonathan. Ronnie lived her life with a twinkle in her eye, a spunky attitude, a wicked sense of humour and a smile on her face.

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She was filled with love and gratitude. Her joyful sound, playful nature and magical presence will live on in all who knew, heard or saw her.

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In lieu of flowers, Ronnie requested that donations be made to your local women's shelter or to the American Indian College Fund."

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Ronnie was the leader of the girl group "The Ronettes" who also celebrated hits such as "Baby I Love You," "Walking in the Rain" and the famous hit, "Be My Baby."

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The girl-group "The Ronettes" became one of the top acts of the 1960s and the group toured England with the Rolling Stones and as well as with the Beatles.

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Ronnie is survived by her husband, Jonathan Greenfield, and two sons, Jason and Austin.

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The family respectfully asks for privacy as the celebration of Ronnie's life and music will be announced in due time.

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— TAIYE AKINLOTAN

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