Lauren Bennett, the singer best known for her vocal contribution to LMFAO’s “Party Rock Anthem” and as a member of girl group G.R.L., has died. She was 36 and reportedly died May 29 in Meopham, Kent, according to reporting summarized by Fox News.
Quick facts: Lauren Bennett
Who: Lauren Bennett, singer and former G.R.L. member.
When and where: Reportedly died May 29 in Meopham, Kent, England; aged 36.
Next steps: A coroner has scheduled an inquest for October; the circumstances and cause of death have not been confirmed publicly.
Family statement and alleged NHS failings
Bennett’s father, Richard, posted an online statement describing his daughter as “an incredible person and artist.” In that statement he said the family had supported her through health issues after she experienced what he described as a “severe reaction” to a prescribed medication months before her death.
Richard wrote that the family had “no suspicions regarding the circumstances of her death,” but expressed “deep disappointment” that, for five months, medical professionals and NHS services had, in the family’s view, “failed to treat her appropriately.” Those descriptions are family statements as reported by Fox News and have not been independently corroborated in public records released with the death notice.
To be clear: the accounts about a medication reaction and treatment failings come from Bennett’s family. Officials have not published medical records or an official cause of death, and the coroner’s inquiry will be the formal process to examine the facts.
What coroners say and next steps
Local coroners have scheduled an inquest for October to examine the circumstances of Bennett’s death. At this stage, authorities have not released a cause of death or further details.
An inquest in England and Wales aims to establish who died, and where, when and how. It typically involves gathering witness statements, medical evidence and expert testimony; an inquest can take days or longer depending on complexity. An inquest’s purpose is fact-finding, not assigning criminal blame. Until the coroner releases findings, reports about contributing factors should be treated as unconfirmed.
Career and legacy of Lauren Bennett
Lauren Bennett first reached global audiences through her vocal contribution to LMFAO’s “Party Rock Anthem,” a dance-pop hit that became ubiquitous after its release and whose official video has been viewed widely online. The single charted internationally and helped introduce Bennett’s voice to a broad pop audience.
She later joined G.R.L., a girl group that relaunched in the mid-2010s and released singles including “Ugly Heart.” The group toured and performed internationally, building a dedicated fan base and recognition within pop circles. Colleagues and fans have pointed to Bennett’s stage presence and distinctive vocal contributions across both collaborative and group projects.
Throughout her career Bennett collaborated with producers and artists across pop and dance music and continued to perform at venues and events that showcased her range as a vocalist. Fans and collaborators praised her energy on stage and commitment to her craft.
Reaction from G.R.L. and fans
G.R.L. confirmed Bennett’s death in an Instagram post that said in part, “Our hearts are broken, and we cannot begin to express how much she meant to us.” The band added that they would “forever cherish the love, laughter, and countless memories she gave us” and closed with, “Rest peacefully, sweet Lauren. You will always be in our hearts.”
Across social platforms fans and fellow artists shared memories, clips of performances and condolences. Many noted her role on a globally recognized hit and her later work with G.R.L., while others recalled personal interactions at shows and meet-and-greets.
What comes next
The coroner’s inquest in October is the next formal step; the process may yield more detail about timing, medical evidence and witness testimony. News organizations report that updates will follow as authorities release information.
Readers should note that accounts alleging treatment failings and a medication reaction are family statements until confirmed by official findings. As the inquest proceeds, reporting should become more definitive based on coroner statements and public records.
For now, Bennett’s family and bandmates have publicly mourned her loss, emphasizing her talent, kindness and the impact of her music.
Source: Reporting summarized from Fox News — Fox News: “‘Party Rock Anthem’ singer dead at 36”.
