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Cass's powerful contralto voice became a signature element of the group’s sound, driving their success with iconic hits like "Dedicated to the One I Love." After the band's disbandment, she embarked on a solo career, achieving critical acclaim with her rendition of "Dream a Little Dream of Me." Tragically, her life was cut short when she passed away on July 29, 1974, at just 32 years old. Initial media speculation about her death was rampant, with erroneous claims she choked on a sandwich. The coroner’s report clarified the cause as heart failure, undermined by rumors that still cloud her legacy. Cass Elliot’s death marked a significant loss to the music world, but her influential voice endures.