Lauren Bennett took her own life, inquest into G.R.L. singer's death reveals

An inquest has concluded that Lauren Bennett, a British singer and member of the girl group G.R.L., took her own life on May 29 at the age of 36. The hearing revealed that Bennett, who achieved global fame for her feature on LMFAO’s hit single "Party Rock Anthem," had been battling severe mental health challenges in the period leading up to her passing. At the time of her death, she was reportedly under the professional care of mental health services.

Details provided during the inquest by her husband painted a picture of a difficult struggle with her well-being. On the day of the incident, Bennett had left her home for a walk but failed to return, prompting a search by her concerned family members. She was eventually discovered deceased. A toxicology report presented during the proceedings confirmed that there were no traces of alcohol or illegal drugs in her system at the time of her death, underscoring that the tragedy was related to her ongoing mental health battle.

Following the announcement of the inquest's findings, Bennett’s musical legacy has been remembered by fans and colleagues alike. Her group, G.R.L., shared a tribute on social media, expressing their profound heartbreak over the loss of their bandmate. Bennett’s contribution to the 2011 track "Party Rock Anthem" remains a significant part of her career, as the song is recognized as one of the most successful tracks in Billboard history. Her death marks a somber moment for the entertainment industry, highlighting the importance of mental health support for those in the public eye.