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Lauren Bennett cause of death update: What happened to ‘Party Rock Anthem’ singer? Details amid death at 37

Lauren Bennett, British singer featured on Party Rock Anthem, has died at 37. Former band G.R.L. confirmed her death; no cause was disclosed.

Updated on: Jul 7, 2026, 01:11:46 IST
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Lauren Bennett, the singer of the 2011 hit 'Party Rock Anthem,' has passed away at the age of 37. The British singer's death was announced by her former band, G.R.L., in a statement on social media on Monday, July 6. A cause of death was not announced.

British singer Lauren Bennett. (Lauren Bennett on Instagram)
British singer Lauren Bennett. (Lauren Bennett on Instagram)

"It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our beloved Lauren," the statement announcing her death, 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 Instagram post continued. Her beautiful spirit touched so many lives, and she will be deeply missed and forever loved. Rest peacefully, sweet Lauren."

As of now, no statements have come from her family or representatives.

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Lauren Bennett's cause of death: What we know so far

There have been no reports regarding Lauren Bennett possibly having an illness in the days prior to her death. British tabloid The Daily Mail said they have contacted the representatives of Bennett regarding the circumstances of her death. So far, they have not received a response.

Her Instagram profile shows that she has been inactive on social media since early this year. Her last Instagram post is from February 22, which was a music video of her performing a Nancy Sinatra song. So far, no updates have come from her friends regarding the potential circumstances of her death.

The late singer leaves behind a daughter, Harlow, six which she had with Footloose actor Kenny Wormald. She used to post photos of her daughter frequently on Instagram till 2021.

For instance, here's a photo from June 21, 2021, celebrating Father's Day where Kenny Wormald and a then-one-year-old Harlow can be seen.

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Who Was Lauren Bennett?

Lauren Bennett started performing at a very young age in England. She entered the music industry with the girl band 'Paradiso Girls' in the mid 2000s. It was with Paradiso Girls that the iconic 2011 single Party Rock Anthem. The band included Chelsea Korka from the US, Aria Crescendo of France, Shar Mae Amor from the Philippines, and fellow British national Kelly Beckett.

After the band fell apart, she partnered with Robin Antin to form a new band, which later came to be known as G.R.L.

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