Nedra Talley Ross, Final Surviving Member of The Ronettes, Dead at 80

"Nedra Talley Ross was a light to those who knew and loved her. Her voice, style and spirit helped define a sound that would change music."

"The Ronettes scored nine Billboard Hot 100 hits in an existence that spanned barely 10 years, defining the 1960s pop music landscape."

"From 1963 to 1966, The Ronettes landed multiple singles on the Hot 100 and toured the UK with The Rolling Stones, opening for them."

"Ross began singing with her cousins in the 1950s, making a debut at Harlem's famous Apollo Theatre, which marked the start of their musical journey."

Nedra Talley Ross, a founding member of The Ronettes, died on April 26th at the age of 80. She was the last surviving member of the group's founders. Ross contributed to iconic hits like 'Be My Baby' and 'Baby, I Love You,' shaping the 1960s pop music landscape. The Ronettes achieved nine Billboard Hot 100 hits and performed with major acts like The Beatles and The Rolling Stones. Ross began her musical journey in the 1950s, performing at Harlem's Apollo Theatre before finding success with producer Phil Spector's 'Wall of Sound.'

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