Fernie, British Columbia – Nell Smith, a rising star in the music industry and a beloved member of the acclaimed rock band The Flaming Lips, tragically passed away on October 7, 2024, following a car accident.
Smith, originally from Leeds, United Kingdom, had made Fernie, British Columbia, her home after relocating to Canada at a young age.
Her collaboration with The Flaming Lips, which began in 2018, had garnered her much admiration, with fans and fellow musicians praising her talent and creative contributions to the band.
The details surrounding the accident that claimed Smith’s life remain unclear, and no formal statements have been released by her family or band members.
Fans and fellow musicians have been pouring out tributes on social media, expressing their shock and sadness over her sudden death.
Nell Smith’s musical journey started when she met The Flaming Lips’ frontman, Wayne Coyne, at the Sled Island Festival in Calgary.
Their collaboration blossomed from that meeting, and Smith became an integral part of the band’s creative process.
Coyne had previously praised her talent, which had been instrumental in their continued success.
Funeral arrangements for Nell Smith will be announced by her family in the coming days.
Her impact on the music world will undoubtedly leave a lasting legacy for years to come.