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RIP

Mary Weiss

December 28, 1948 – January 19, 2024

New Yorker Mary Weiss found fame in the 1960s as the lead singer with the vocal group the Shangri-Las, whose single topped the US chart. It was later covered by Twisted Sister. After decades away from music, Weiss released a solo album, in 2007. She was 75 years

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