Rebekah Del Rio Dies at 57 – ‘Mulholland Drive’ Singer Passes Away
Rebekah Del Rio known for her haunting “Llorando” in David Lynchs Mulholland Drive has died at 57 in Los Angeles on June 23 2025. Cause of death under investigation .
Los Angeles June 27 2025 – Rebekah Del Rio the mesmerizing voice behind the unforgettable performance of “Llorando” in David Lynchs Mulholland Drive has died at the age of 57 . She was found at her Los Angeles home on June 23 and the cause of death is currently under investigation by the LA County Coroners Office .
Early Life and Artistic Beginnings
Born Rebekah DeMars on July 10 1967 in Chula Vista California and raised in nearby San Diego Del Rio showed remarkable vocal talent from an early age . By 1989 she had moved to Los Angeles after being recognized as one of San Diegos top 10 vocalists .
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In 1994 she relocated to Nashville where she was signed to Giant Records and released her debut album Nobodys Angel . The title track became an international hit reaching No 2 on the Dutch charts .
Breakthrough with “Llorando” in Mulholland Drive
Del Rios defining moment came with her Spanishlanguage cover of Roy Orbisons “Crying” titled “Llorando” recorded in the late 1990s . The rendition emotionally inspired by the death of Tejano singer Selena caught the attention of acclaimed director David Lynch . He discovered her through a secretly recorded studio session and was moved enough to invite her to perform in his film Mulholland Drive 2001 .
In the films famous Club Silencio scene Del Rio performs “Llorando” live in a single unbroken take . Her raw emotive delivery fainting midsong as the soundtrack continues without her created one of cinemas most haunting moments .
Collaborations with David Lynch and Other Works
Del Rio reunited with Lynch in 2017 for Twin Peaks The Return performing “No Stars” with musician Moby at the Bang Bang Bar . Her presence brought emotional gravitas to the shows eerie atmosphere echoing her impact in Mulholland Drive .
Her voice also graced several film soundtracks including Sin City Man on Fire Southland Tales and Streets of Legend . In Southland Tales she performed the US national anthem in a pivotal moment of the film .
Discography and Live Performances
- Her discography includes
- Nobodys Angel 1994
- All My LifeToda Mi Vida 2003
- Love Hurts Love Heals 2011 – featuring “No Stars”
She collaborated with producer Heather Holley and cellist Dave Eggar for her later works . Del Rio was also a celebrated live performer having opened for Rod Stewart and graced the stage of Carnegie Hall for the Rainforest Foundations concert series .
Personal Tragedy and Resilience
In 2009 Del Rio lost her only son Phillip C DeMars to cancer at the age of 23 . The profound loss influenced her emotionally charged performances in the years that followed . Songs like Leonard Cohens “Hallelujah” became tributes to his memory reflecting the depth of her grief and resilience .
Less than two weeks before her death Del Rio gave what would be her final performance—an emotional appearance during a charity screening of Mulholland Drive leaving fans and attendees deeply moved .
Investigation Ongoing
Del Rio was officially pronounced dead on June 23 2025 . Authorities have launched a full investigation including a toxicology screening which is expected to take several weeks . No foul play has been suggested but officials are not ruling anything out until results are finalized .
Legacy A Voice That Echoes Beyond Film
Rebekah Del Rios voice became a symbol of cinematic and emotional intensity . Her mostly a cappella style layered with vulnerability and strength left a lasting impression on audiences and filmmakers alike . The Club Silencio performance in Mulholland Drive is still regarded as one of the most emotionally resonant scenes in modern cinema .
Fans worldwide are mourning the loss of a singular talent . Social media tributes describe her work as unforgettable and one of cinemas most moving moments. Her artistry continues to echo—timeless powerful and deeply human .