Willie Spence, the American Idol runner-up in the 2021 Season 19 of the competition series. died Tuesday from injuries sustained in a car accident in Tennessee. He was 23.
American Idol star Willie Spence dies aged 23 :
According to reports, the singer, who took part in season 19 of the singing competition, died in a car accident in Tennessee. Katharine McPhee confirmed the news on her Instagram page, sharing an emotional tribute to the late musician. Spence was driving from Tennessee to his home in Atlanta when he collided with a parked truck.
- Just hours before news of his death emerged.
- Details on the accident were not immediately available.
- Fans paid tribute in the comments section below.
- Willie Spence, the American Idol runner-up in the 2021 Season.
Willie Spence, the American Idol runner-up in the 2021 :
Singer Katharine McPhee, who performed a duet with Spence of the song “The Prayer,” written by McPhee’s husband David Foster during a Season 19 appearance, tweeted her condolences, noting “Sweet @williespenceofficial passed away in a car accident. Only 23 years old. Life is so unfair and nothing is ever promised.”
Spence won over Idol judges Katy Perry, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie with his San Diego audition performance of Rihanna’s “Diamonds.” Richie said Spence was “so gifted, on the first note I had chills.”
American Idol’ Contestant Willie Spence Dies In Tennessee Car Accident :
Fans and friends paid tribute in the comments section below, with McPhee penning: ‘You’re with Jesus now. God bless you. Thankful for the time we had.’‘ I received very tragic news tonight,’ she penned. ‘Sweet @williespenceofficial passed away in a car accident. Only 23 years old.
Spence later released an EP titled The Voice, and performed frequently. At the time of his death, he was scheduled to perform in London on Nov. 12. Spence ultimately placed second for the season, losing the top spot to Chayce Beckham.