Lauren Bennett, the English singer whose voice helped power LMFAO's global smash Party Rock Anthem to the top of charts worldwide, has died at the age of 36. Her father, Richard, has broken his silence with a heartbreaking tribute, revealing that his daughter had suffered a severe medical episode in the months before her death and claiming the UK's National Health Service had failed her during that time.
Bennett died in England on 29 May 2026 — just one month before what would have been her 37th birthday — according to Kent and Medway Coroner records. The news of her passing became public on Tuesday, when her former girl group GRL announced it on social media, stunning fans around the world.
A Father's Grief: Richard Bennett Speaks Out
In an emotional post shared to social media, Richard Bennett described his daughter as "the love of my life and my pride and joy," painting a picture of a woman whose warmth and talent left an indelible mark on everyone she encountered.
"Lauren was an incredible person and artist: creative, talented, funny, and as humble as she was beautiful," he wrote. "She was deeply loved by all who knew her and made a lasting impact on countless lives through her music, her kindness and the way she made people feel."
While an official cause of death has not yet been confirmed, Richard revealed that Lauren had experienced a "severe reaction to a prescribed medication" and that the family had rallied around her during a prolonged period of illness.
"We have no suspicions regarding the circumstances of her death, only deep disappointment that, for five months, medical professionals and NHS services failed to treat her appropriately during her time of greatest need," he said.
Richard also expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support the family has received since news of Lauren's death broke, thanking fans and friends for the "love, support and kindness" they have shown.
From Girl Groups to a Global Number One
Bennett's path to stardom began with the Paradiso Girls, before she joined GRL — Girls Rock Life — a group that would go on to attract a devoted international following. But it was her contribution to LMFAO's Party Rock Anthem in 2011 that elevated her profile to another level entirely, with the track topping virtually every major chart across the globe and becoming one of the defining pop anthems of the decade.
One half of the LMFAO duo, SkyBlu — whose full name is Skyler Austen Gordy — paid tribute to Bennett on social media following the announcement of her death.
"Nothing but love for this beautiful soul," he wrote. "I'm so grateful we rocked the world together. RIP."
GRL and the Music World Mourn
Most fans first learned of Bennett's passing through a post from the now-disbanded GRL, which announced the news with evident devastation.
"It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our beloved Lauren," the statement read. "Our hearts are broken, and we cannot begin to express how much she meant to us. We will forever cherish the love, laughter and countless memories she gave us. Her beautiful spirit touched so many lives, and she will be deeply missed and forever loved."
The tributes flooding in from fellow artists and fans reflect the breadth of Bennett's impact — not just as a vocalist on one of the biggest songs of the 2010s, but as a person who, by all accounts, touched everyone she met with her warmth and humility.
What Comes Next
An official cause of death has not yet been formally established, with coroner processes understood to be ongoing. The Bennett family has said it holds no suspicions about the circumstances of Lauren's passing, but Richard's pointed remarks about the NHS response to her condition over a five-month period suggest the family may seek further answers as the process unfolds.
Lauren Bennett was 36 years old. Her father's public statement is a reminder of the very human grief behind headlines — much like other cases where fathers have been thrust into the public eye during unimaginable family ordeals.
