Lead Singer of 1960s Girl Group The Shangri-Las Dies at 75

Mary Weiss was the lead vocalist of the girl group known for their hits 'Leader of the Pack' and 'Remember'

Mary Weiss, the lead vocalist of the Shangri-Las, has died at age 75.

Weiss’s death was confirmed to The Messenger by Miriam Linna, who runs the independent Norton Records label, which released Weiss’ final solo album, Dangerous Game , in 2007. “She was such a star to everyone in the rock ‘n’ roll business,” Linna said.

On Friday, the official Instagram account for Ronnie Spector, the late Ronettes songstress announced that Weiss had died and shared their condolences.

"We are deeply saddened to hear the news of Mary Weiss’ passing," the account shared. "She and Ronnie were kindred spirits; two fearless bad girls of the 60s. Join us as we spin the Shangri-Las in her honor."

In the comments, fans of the '60s girl groups shared their well-wishes and love for Weiss, writing about their favorite Shangri-Las tracks and more.

"A deeply underrated artist. She didn’t just sing," one fan commented. "She performed."

"I am so devastated to hear the news of Mary's passing. May she rest in peace with our Ronnie," another fan wrote. "We love you Mary Weiss! ❤️❤️❤️ 'Heaven Only Knows.'"

The Shangri-Las, consisting of Weiss, her sister Betty Weiss, 77, and twins Marge and Mary Ann Ganser, first rose to popularity around 1965 after performing together in local high school talent shows. After having their final reunion (without Mary Ann, who died in 1970 at the age of 22) in 1989, the group's song "Leader of the Pack" was honored by The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2019.

The group's 1964 hit "Remember (Walking in the Sand)" was covered by Aerosmith in 1979 and the Go-Go's released a punk version on their 1994 compilation album, Return to the Valley of The Go-Go's .

Weiss, originally from Queens, New York, was the last surviving member of the group, who were known especially for their hit songs "Remember," "Give Him a Great Big Kiss" and their chart-topping track "Leader of the Pack."