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Ronnie Spector (1943-2022)

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Marc Myers
Jan 13, 2022
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Ronnie Spector, whose quivering, commanding vocals as the lead singer of the Ronettes in the early 1960s touched the hearts of love-struck teens and set new standards for girl groups on records and TV shows, died January 12. She was 78. [Photo above of Ronnie Spector, courtesy of Ronnie Spector]


With her high, sonorous teenage voice and distinct New York…

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