British singer Lauren Bennett, one of the vocalists featured on LMFAO’s 2011 smash Party Rock Anthem, has died at the age of 37. According to BBC, the news was shared Monday by her former group G.R.L. Bennett’s voice was part of one of the defining pop hits of the early 2010s, a track that topped charts and became a fixture in clubs, radio playlists, and sports arenas. Beyond that breakout moment, she built a career across pop groups, soundtrack work, and collaborations that connected her to several major names in the music industry.
G.R.L. Confirms Lauren Bennett’s Death
The announcement came through G.R.L.’s Instagram account, where the group paid tribute to their former bandmate. "It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our beloved Lauren," the group said according to BBC. The statement added that the members were heartbroken and spoke of the impact Bennett had on those around her. No cause of death was given. Representatives for the singer did not immediately respond to a request for comment, leaving fans and fellow artists to reflect instead on the work she left behind.
Party Rock Anthem Made Lauren Bennett a Global Voice
Bennett reached a massive international audience through Party Rock Anthem, the LMFAO hit that became one of the biggest songs of 2011. The single spent six weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and was later ranked by Billboard as the fifth most successful song of all time. Bennett also appeared in the song’s music video alongside the duo, helping put a face to the voice many listeners already recognized. The clip has drawn more than 2.5 billion views on YouTube, underlining the scale of the song’s long-running popularity.
G.R.L. and Paradiso Girls Marked Her Group Career
Pop singer Lauren Bennett also built her profile through girl groups tied to Robin Antin’s pop projects. She was part of Paradiso Girls, created as a European spin-off of The Pussycat Dolls, before later joining G.R.L. in 2014. That group, formed as a reboot linked to The Pussycat Dolls brand, included Paula Van Oppen, Natasha Slayton, Simone Battle, and Emmalyn Estrada. G.R.L. scored attention with Ugly Heart and also featured on Pitbull’s Wild Wild Love. The group disbanded in 2015 after Battle died by suicide, closing a difficult chapter in its brief run.
Aria Crescendo Shares Tribute to Her Former Bandmate
Tributes also came from those who worked closely with Bennett during her career. Former bandmate Aria Crescendo posted a personal message on Instagram that pointed to their close bond and recent contact. "RIP Lauren my sister my best friend I can't believe you left us," Aria Crescendo told BBC. Bennett’s career also included soundtrack performances for the films Date Night and 21 Jump Street, adding another layer to a résumé shaped by pop, dance, and crossover work. Her death leaves a gap in a generation of upbeat, high-energy pop that defined an era.
