Ronnie Spector

Rock Singer

Birthday August 10, 1943

Birth Sign Leo

Birthplace New York City, NY

DEATH DATE Jan 12, 2022 (78)

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About

Rock 'n' roll pioneer who fronted The Ronettes, the group that sang "Be My Baby." She has collaborated with artists like the Raveonettes. At the age of 78, she died of cancer in her home. 

Before Fame

She released her first album as a member of The Ronettes in 1961.

Trivia

Over the span of her career, she released four solo albums. She was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2007. 

Family Life

Her six-year marriage to Phil Spector ended in 1974; the couple had adopted three children: Donte, Louis, and Gary.

Associated With

She was featured on Eddie Money's 1986 single "Take Me Home Tonight."