Irish Grinstead, a member of the popular R&B group 702 in the ’90s and ’00s, has died. She is 43 years old.
“It is with great sadness that I share that my beautiful sister and friend passed away tonight,” the singer’s sister, LeMisha Grinstead, wrote on Instagram on Saturday.
“She went through a long battle and finally found peace. That girl, as bright as a star! She is not only beautiful on the outside, but also beautiful on the inside.”
Where My Girls At member LeMisha added that she will always “treasure” the “joy” of sharing the stage with her sister for “the rest of my time.” [her] Life. “
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Ireland’s cause of death has not yet been released.
The girl group previously shared via Instagram in December 2022 that the Irishman would be “taking a medical leave due to serious health issues” ahead of upcoming shows.
The Irishman’s twin sister, Orish Grinstead, sadly passed away in 2008 at the age of 27 from kidney failure.
702 – the band originally formed by the Grinstead sisters and Kameelah Williams – debuted in 1996 with the hit album No Doubt.
The single “Steelo” later became the theme song for Nickelodeon’s “Cousin Skeeter”.
In 1999, 702 released their self-titled album, which included the national hit “Where My Girls At”.
During their success, the girl group received nominations for Best R&B/Soul Album of the Year by a Group, Band or Duo at the American Music Awards, BET Awards and multiple Soul Train Ms. Soul Awards.
702’s music has also appeared in hit films such as “Good Burger” and “Little Stuart.”
