Nedra Talley Ross, the last surviving member of the legendary 1960s girl group the Ronettes, has died at the age of 80. Ross passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday morning, according to her daughter, Nedra K. Ross, and the Ronettes' official Instagram account. The announcement was also shared on Facebook, where her daughter wrote, 'At approximately 8:30 this morning our mother Nedra Talley Ross went home to be with the Lord. She was safe in her own bed at home with her family close, knowing she was loved.'
Ross, born and raised in New York City, co-founded the Ronettes with her cousins Veronica 'Ronnie' Spector and Estelle Bennett. The trio gained fame for their hits like 'Be My Baby,' 'Baby I Love You,' and 'Walking in the Rain,' produced by Phil Spector. Their debut album, 'Presenting the Fabulous Ronettes, Featuring Veronica,' was released in 1964 and included five tracks that charted on the U.S. Billboard charts. The Ronettes were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2007, where Ross reflected on the group's impact and the challenges of show business.
In her later years, Ross worked in real estate in Virginia Beach, Virginia, and was a devout Christian. She is survived by her four children from her 56-year marriage to Scott Ross, who passed away in 2023. The Ronettes' music continues to resonate, with their songs amassing 11.7 million monthly listeners on Spotify. A Celebration of Life is planned for the future, with details to be announced.