Laura Lynch, who helped found The Dixie Chicks (now The Chicks) in 1989, alongside sisters Martie Maguire and Emily Strayer, was killed in a head-on car crash in West Texas on Friday evening.
Lynch’s cousin, Michael Lynch, confirmed her passing. The Texas Department of Public Safety later released details of the crash and confirmed Lynch’s death.
The Chicks released a statement honoring Lynch, a longtime bass player in the group, and her early work that led to the band’s superstardom.
“We are shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of Laura Lynch, a founding member of The Chicks. We hold a special place in our hearts for the time we spent playing music, laughing and traveling together. Laura was a bright light…her infectious energy and humor gave a spark to the early days of our band,” they said.
“We are shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of…
