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Mary Weiss, Lead Singer of 1960S Pop Group the Shangri-Las, Dies at 75

By Elena Rostova

• Oct 8, 2026 • 3 min read

Mary Weiss, Lead Singer of 1960S Pop Group the Shangri-Las, Dies at 75

Direct Answer • Key Takeaway

Mary Weiss, the Lead Singer of the 1960S Pop Group the Shangri-Las, Whose Hits Included Leader of the Pack, Has Died. She Was 75.

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