Laura Lynch dies in car crash at 65

Tragic Incident

Confirmation by Authorities

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Fatal Collision

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Injury to Other Driver

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Tribute from The Chicks

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Ongoing Investigation

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Co-Founder's Role

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Band's Origin

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Name Change

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Legacy and Impact

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Tragic Incident

Laura Lynch, a founding member of The Chicks, passed away at 65 in a car crash in El Paso, Texas.

Confirmation by Authorities

The Texas Department of Public Safety confirmed Lynch's death, stating she was traveling eastbound when her 2016 Ford F-150 was struck head-on.

Fatal Collision

The crash occurred on US 62, involving Lynch's vehicle and another. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

Injury to Other Driver

The driver of the other vehicle sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital.

Tribute from The Chicks

Emily Strayer, Martie Maguire, and Natalie Maines expressed shock and sadness, remembering Lynch as a "bright light" in the band's early days.

Ongoing Investigation

The Department of Safety mentioned an ongoing investigation, while The Chicks' representatives did not respond to NPR's request for comment.

Co-Founder's Role

Lynch co-founded The Chicks in 1989, playing bass and singing. She left in 1993 after recording three albums, replaced by Natalie Maines.

Band's Origin

The group's inception involved Lynch, Martie Maguire, and Emily Strayer. Initially, Lynch played bass but transitioned to vocals after the departure of the original vocalist in 1992.

Name Change

In June 2020, the band changed its name to The Chicks, distancing itself from the term "Dixie" due to its association with the slavery era.

Legacy and Impact

Lynch's talents were praised by The Chicks, acknowledging her role in the early success of the band. Her death marks a significant loss in the music world.