Irish Grinstead of 702 — greatest identified for hit songs like “The place My Ladies At” — has handed away.
On Saturday (September 16) Grinstead’s sister and fellow group member, Lemisha Grinstead, took to Instagram the place she knowledgeable followers of the tragic information.
“It’s with nice unhappiness that I’ve to let you recognize that my lovely sister and buddy has handed away this night,” she wrote. “She has had a protracted battle and he or she is lastly at peace. That lady was as vivid as the celebs! She was not solely lovely on the surface, but additionally inside. Sharing the stage together with her was a pleasure I’ll cherish for the remainder of my life! We, the household ask for prayers and respect for our privateness as we grieve an excellent loss to our household.”
Shortly after, followers and fellow celebrities alike chimed in with their condolences remembering Grinstead as a “timeless” artistic.
“Sending an outpouring of affection to the 702 household @itsmeelah and @lemisha_the_gemini. It breaks my coronary heart to listen to in regards to the passing of Irish,” wrote D Good in an Instagram submit alongside a black-and-white picture of Irish.
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“The music you all created collectively is timeless and leaves an indelible mark on our hearts. On this troublesome time, please know that my ideas and sympathies are with every of you. Could you discover consolation within the lovely recollections you shared with Irish, and will her soul relaxation in everlasting peace,” he continued. “Sending you all my love and help.”
“[red heart, praying hands, dove emoji] Multitude of Prayers for your loved ones [praying hands emoji],” wrote Missy Elliot in response to Lemisha’s submit.
“[red heart emojis] Sister I’m so sorry,” added singer and tv persona Tamar Braxton.
Whereas a reason behind dying was not offered, in keeping with the Hollywood Reporter, 702 introduced Irish had taken a go away of absence in December “because of critical medical points.”
In 1996, the lady group, named after the Las Vegas space code, launched their debut album titled No Doubt boasting tracks like “Steelo.” Three brief years later, they’d drop their second album, 702, which featured the hit track “The place My Ladies At.”
All through their profession, 702 was nominated for an American Music Award, a BET Award, and a number of Soul Practice Girl of Soul Awards, successful greatest R&B/soul album of the 12 months by a bunch, band, or duo for No Doubt.
