Country music fans are mourning the passing of Laura Lynch, who died on Friday after a head-on car collision in Texas. She was 65 years old.
The accident took place in Hudspeth County when another car traveling eastbound on U.S. 62 attempted to pass Lynch, who was traveling in the opposite direction. The two vehicles collided, and Lynch was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the other car was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.
Lynch was a founding member of The Chicks, the band that became a country staple in the 1990s. She was an integral part of the group’s early days, with an infectious energy and sense of humor that helped shape their success.
The surviving members of The Chicks posted a touching video of Lynch performing with the band on their Instagram page, along with a heartfelt message that described her as a “bright light” and thanked her for her contributions to their early success.
Another founding member of the band, guitarist Robin Lynn Macy, left in 1992, and Lynch was later replaced as lead vocalist by Natalie Maines.
Lynch’s passing is a significant loss to the music world, and she will be remembered for her undeniable talent and contributions to The Chicks’ early albums Thank Heavens for Dale Evans, Little Ol’ Cowgirl, and Shouldn’t a Told You That.
Her loss is deeply felt by family, friends, and fans alike. Lynch was a driving force behind The Chicks’ rise to country music stardom, and her presence will be missed by many.
As news of Lynch’s passing spreads, fans and fellow musicians have expressed their condolences. She leaves behind a lasting impact on the country music scene and will be remembered for her significant contributions to the genre.
May she rest in peace, and may her legacy live on in The Chicks’ music and in the hearts of her loved ones and fans.
