American Idol contestant Willie Spence, 23, has passed away. The Season 19 runner-up died from injuries sustained in a car crash on October 11, 2022. Spence’s family has not publicly commented on his death at the time of writing. Douglas Now Local News was one of the first to report on Willie Spence’s death. They said the child was in Tennessee at the time of death. The source posted the following on Facebook:
“We have no further information at this time.” Our condolences to Willi’s family, friends and fans. He is a rare talent and a beacon of hope for millions around the world. We will miss him very much.”
TMZ reports that Willie Spence was returning home from Atlanta when he passed away. According to the source that E! News, a 23-year-old man died of the injuries he sustained when his vehicle collided with a trailer on the Marion County Interstate. Before his death, Spence posted a video of himself singing in the car on Instagram. The title of the post is as follows:
“Lord, you are my refuge”…
Spence’s friend, K Michelle, confirmed his death on social media by posting a message of condolences. On Instagram, she posted a series of photos and videos of the two having fun together, with the description:
“Honestly, I’m amazed. I’m crying. Willie, master. One of my favorite rebels, you just DMed me about my new song last week. Years have passed. past when you love me and I love you I was so excited that the rest of the world could see your wonderful gift Tonight I really finished this one hurts Why, God? I will always adore your friend, my dear RIP @williespenceofficial.”
“What a good man,” everyone said when Willie Spence died
Mr. Since the news of the male singer’s death was announced, social networks have been flooded with condolence comments. In addition to his recent Instagram post, which was flooded with endless messages of tribute, Twitter has garnered numerous posts from fans expressing grief over Spence’s sudden death.
Among the tweets are:
– ELITE winner DawgGal Natty Alumni 1980 (@gal_dawg) October 12, 2022
Willie Spence, your voice has touched so many people around the world. REST IN PEACE #American Idol
– Latosha Phillips (@Latosha35796958) October 12, 2022
Who is Willie Spence?
Willie Spence gained a huge global fan base after participating in the 19th season of American Idol. During his audition, he performed Rihanna’s Diamonds, and in the competition he got all three. Congratulations to the judges including Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie.
In the show’s finale, the Douglas, Georgia native sang Ray Charles Georgia’s My Mind, Sam Cooke’s A Change is Gonna Come and Cynthia Erivo’s Stand Up. Spence came in second, behind champion Chayce Beckham. Spence and Grace Kinstler took to the stage in May to perform for the 20th anniversary of American Idol titled “The Great Idol Reunion”. Congratulations and great diva specializes in music. Since leaving the competition, he has sung live at various shows and there are rumors that he will record new songs.
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