‘Be My Baby’ crooner, Ronnie Spector dies aged 78

Ronnie Spector is dead

Ronnie Spector, the founding member of the Ronettes, died at the age of 78.
On January 12, the singer’s family revealed the news on her official website.
“Our darling earth angel, Ronnie, gently left this world tonight after a brief fight with cancer,” the message stated.

“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.

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

“A celebration of Ronnie’s life and music will be announced in the future. The family respectfully asks for privacy at this time.”

Ronnie was the leader of the girl group The Ronettes, who also celebrated hits such as “Baby I Love You” and “Walking in the Rain.”

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The group were also behind the hit Be My Baby.

The Ronettes rose to prominence as one of the most popular female groups of the 1960s. The band was buddies with the Beatles and toured England with the Rolling Stones.

 

Jonathan Greenfield, Ronnie’s husband, and her two boys, Jason and Austin, survive her.

Following the devastating news, fans have paid respect to the star.

 

One fan wrote on Twitter: “Veronica Bennett, aka Ronnie Spector, was a Ronettes member who was the sister of Estelle and cousin of Nedra. A lively and charming lady.”

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