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Singer Simone Battle found dead at LA-area home

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Girl group singer Simone Battle has died.

According to the Los Angeles County coroner's office, Battle was found dead in her West Hollywood home yesterday morning.

Battle gained notoriety through performances on the television show "X Factor," and her band G.R.L. Had been signed by mega-hit maker Dr. Luke.

Coroner's Department Lt. David Smith says an autopsy will be performed tomorrow.

The death was first reported by the celebrity website TMZ.

In a written statement, Battle's record company called her "an exceptional young talent and human being.

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First Published: Sep 07 2014 | 12:10 AM IST

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