Nedra Talley Ross, Last Surviving Member of the Ronettes, Dies at 80

With towering hairdos and perfect harmonies, she and her cousins Ronnie and Estelle brought a fresh edge to the girl-group sound in hits like “Be My Baby.” 34||h=1&&(this.target=t[0]),t.length>=2&&(this.opts=t[1]);var n,r=this.opts||{},i=this.target;if("string"==typeof i?n=i:"object"==typeof i&&i instanceof y?n=i.url:window.URL&&"object"==typeof i&&i instanceof URL&&(n=i.href),o(this,n),"data"!==this.params.protocol){var s=(""+(i&&i instanceof y&&i.method||r.method||"GET")).toUpperCase();this.params.method=s,this.txSize=m(r.body)||0}}),u.on("fetch-done",function(t,e){if(this.endTime=a.now(),this.params||(this.params={}),"data"===this.params.protoco...

Context

The Ronettes were known for their distinctive sound and style, contributing significantly to the music scene of the 1960s. S1 S2

Key points

Nedra Talley Ross was part of the Ronettes, a group that included her cousins Ronnie and Estelle. S1
The Ronettes gained fame for their hits like 'Be My Baby.' S1
The group was known for their towering hairdos and perfect harmonies. S1
Nedra Talley Ross was the last surviving member of the Ronettes after the deaths of her cousins. S2
The Ronettes were influential in shaping the girl-group sound of the 1960s. S1
Their music continues to resonate with audiences today. S1
The Ronettes were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in recognition of their impact. S1
Nedra's passing marks the end of an era for the original members of the group. S2

Why it matters

The Ronettes played a crucial role in the evolution of pop music, influencing future generations of artists. S1
Nedra Talley Ross's death highlights the loss of key figures from the 1960s music scene. S2

What to watch

Look for tributes and remembrances from fans and fellow musicians in the coming days. S2
Monitor the impact of her passing on the legacy of girl groups in music history. S1

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