Willie Spence, ‘American Idol’ Runner-Up, Dead at 23
etonline.comseason 19 runner-up, has died at the age of 23. According to local media outlet Douglas Now, which is located in Spence's hometown of Douglas, Georgia, the singer died following an automobile accident. “DouglasNow has learned that Douglas native and season 19 runner-up Willie Spence, 23, has passed away due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident in Tennessee,” the news outlet reported. “We have no further details at this time.
We extend our condolences to Willie’s family, friends, and fans. He was an extraordinary talent and a ray of light to millions across the world.
He will be missed.” alum Katharine McPhee took to her Instagram Stories to share the news, alongside a video of her and Spence singing together. “I received very tragic news tonight.
Sweet @williespenceofficial passed away in a car accident," she wrote. «Only 23 years old. Life is so unfair and nothing is ever promised.
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