Rochelle Fleming, lead singer of girl group First Choice, dies

PHILADELPHIA - Rochelle Fleming, the lead singer and founder of the 1970s girl group First Choice, has died. She was 72 years old. 

Fleming’s passing was confirmed by a post on her official Instagram page.

Rochelle Fleming dies at 72

What they're saying:

"It is with a heavy heart to share the passing of Rochelle Fleming-Finney," her manager wrote on behalf of Fleming’s family. 

Her manager said she passed away on Nov. 5 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

"She brought light, laughter and love to the world," the post continued. 

She said services to celebrate her life would be announced at a later date.

No cause of death or other information was provided. 

Rochelle Fleming’s legacy

The backstory:

According to Celebrity Talent Agency, Fleming was part of the girl group First Choice – a three-piece disco girl group from Philadelphia in the 1970s. 

Led by vocalist Fleming, they gained fame with hits like "Armed and Extremely Dangerous," "The Player," and "Love Thang." 

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Initially known as the Debronettes, they collaborated with producer Norman Harris and found success both in the U.S. and the UK. 

Their track "Let No Man Put Asunder" became a classic in the Chicago house music scene after remixes by Shep Pettibone and Frankie Knuckles, according to the agency.

The group disbanded in 1984 but re-formed in 1987 and continued to see success through remixes and reissues of their disco hits. 

The Source: The information for this story was provided by Rochelle Fleming's Instagram account, Celebrity Talent Agency. This story was reported from Los Angeles.