British singer Lauren Bennett, known for her vocals on LMFAO’s hit Party Rock Anthem
, died by suicide in May at age 36, an inquest has found. Kent and Medway Coroners’ Court heard she suffered a mental health crisis earlier this year following struggles with prescribed medication.
The musician was found in woodland near her home in Meopham, Kent, on May 29. Her husband, Kenny Wormald, and her father discovered her location using a phone-tracking application after she left the house that morning to go for a walk while he was still half asleep, the inquest heard.
Her former musical group, G.R.L., scored a U.K. hit with “Ugly Heart” in 2014.
Inquest Findings at Kent and Medway Coroners’ Court
Assistant coroner Jyoti Gill formally ruled the cause of death as suicide from hanging during the hearing at Oakwood House in Maidstone. The court was told that Bennett had been experiencing substantial psychological suffering
and was under the care of special mental health services at the time of her death. Toxicology reports found no alcohol or illicit substances in her system.
Lauren Bennett, best known as a member of the groups Paradiso Girls and G.R.L. and for appearing on Party Rock Anthem by LMFAO, has died. She was 37: • Her fellow G.R.L. members announced her death on Instagram, writing: "Our hearts are broken, and we cannot begin to express… pic.twitter.com/XxzjBjqDs9
Family members, including her brother, step-brother, and sister-in-law, attended the court proceeding. Her father, Richard Bennett, shared a statement detailing her lifelong dedication to the arts, noting that she signed her first record deal at age 17 and moved to the United States on her own. He had previously expressed frustration over the medical support she received, alleging in July that medical professionals failed to treat her appropriately during her toughest months.
Court statements also noted that Bennett had been diagnosed with Fragile X syndrome, an inherited genetic condition linked to anxiety and mood instability. The court heard she appeared anxious and was also suffering from insomnia.
Rise to Pop Stardom With Paradiso Girls, LMFAO, and G.R.L.
Bennett built an international music career across multiple girl groups and high-profile collaborations. She first gained attention as a teenager with the Paradiso Girls, whose 2009 single Patron Tequila
featured Lil Jon and charted in the United States and Canada before the group disbanded.
Her biggest global impact arrived in 2011 when she provided featured vocals on LMFAO and GoonRock’s massive electronic dance track Party Rock Anthem
. The song dominated international charts, spending six weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
In 2013, she joined G.R.L., a girl group formed by producer Robin Antin following the success of the Pussycat Dolls. While the group initially broke up after the tragic death of bandmate Simone Battle in 2014, Bennett returned for subsequent reunions. During their earlier years in Los Angeles, Bennett and her partner opened a dance studio together.
Tributes From Former Bandmates and Family
Following the formal conclusion of the inquest, members of her former music groups and her family remembered her creative contributions and vibrant personality. Her former G.R.L. bandmates shared a heartfelt statement on social media honoring her memory.
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our beloved Lauren. Our hearts are broken, and we cannot begin to express how much she meant to us.
G.R.L. bandmates, via Instagram
They added that her beautiful spirit touched so many lives
and that they would cherish the memories shared throughout their years together in the industry.
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