What happened to Willie Spence after American Idol?

What happened to Willie Spence after American Idol?

Spence finished as runner-up to Chayce Beckham in the show’s 19th season, which aired last year. Former “American Idol” runner-up Willie Spence died after a car accident Tuesday, authorities said. Spence, 23, finished as runner-up to Chayce Beckham in the show’s 19th season, which aired last year.

How far did Willie go on American Idol?

He finished in second place behind winner Chayce Beckham. Season 5 runner-up Katharine McPhee honored Spence on her Instagram story, writing, “Life is so unfair and nothing is ever promised. God rest your soul Willie.

Where is Willie from American Idol from?

ATLANTA – Willie Spence, a Georgia native and former contestant on the reality show “American Idol,” has died. The television show’s official Twitter account confirmed the news Wednesday. Spence was 23 years old. Spence died in a car crash, according to a report from TMZ.

Is Willie Spence still singing?

The singer released the six-song EP The Voice in 2021 and was featured on Briana Moir’s 2022 single “The Living Years.” See Spence’s final post and watch his Idol audition — and the show’s tribute — below. We are devastated about the passing of our beloved American Idol family member, Willie Spence.

What happened to Willie Jones after America’s got talent?

After his elimination, Jones went straight into the studio, working and writing with different producers, trying to find his sound. “I knew what I wanted it to be, I knew how I wanted it to feel. I knew what I wanted it to look like when I sang it, but I just had to find the right people,” he explains.

Did Willie Spence win America’s got talent?

The Douglas, Ga., native, who wowed judges when he sang Rihanna’s “Diamonds” during his audition back in 2021, made it all the way to the finale before placing second behind Chayce Beckham.