Nedra Talley Ross, last surviving Ronette, dies at 80
Nedra Talley Ross, the last surviving member of the 1960s girl group the Ronettes, has died at age 80. The Ronettes formed in 1957 and included Ross and her cousins Ronnie Spector and Estelle Bennett. They were known for hits like "Be My Baby," "Baby I Love You," and "Walking in the Rain." In 1964 they released the album "Presenting the Fabulous Ronettes Featuring Veronica," which contains many of their most famous songs. The year before, they appeared on Phil Spector's classic Christmas album "A Christmas Gift for You from Phil Spector." Their music was featured in films such as "Dirty Dancing" and Martin Scorsese's "Mean Streets." The group disbanded in 1967, partly due to the abuse Ronnie Spector suffered from her husband Phil Spector. After the split, Talley Ross released a solo gospel album.
Key facts
- Nedra Talley Ross was the last surviving member of the Ronettes.
- She died at age 80.
- The Ronettes formed in 1957.
- Members included Nedra Talley Ross, Ronnie Spector, and Estelle Bennett.
- Their hits include 'Be My Baby,' 'Baby I Love You,' and 'Walking in the Rain.'
- They released the album 'Presenting the Fabulous Ronettes Featuring Veronica' in 1964.
- They appeared on Phil Spector's Christmas album in 1963.
- Their music was used in films like 'Dirty Dancing' and 'Mean Streets.'
Entities
Artists
- Nedra Talley Ross
- Ronnie Spector
- Estelle Bennett
- Phil Spector
- Martin Scorsese
Institutions
- Ronettes
- The Ronettes