In an Instagram Story post, she wrote, "Thank you all so much for the love, support & kind words. In a statement, American Idol sent its condolences to McKibbin's family and friends. But she got an A for effort, I guess. I didnt have the training, Harris said at the time. But it allowed Iam to be more rangy and soulful than hed ever sounded before. Neals cousin Dylan Seals Fellow American Idol alum Katharine McPhee, who mentored and performed with Spence during Season 19, mourned the singer Tuesday on Instagram. Lionel then addressed the contestants, calling the performance a "train wreck." Watch the scarysegment in the video above. Want to know what everyone in the music business is talking about. The fan-favorite Idol contestant was the runner-up in the competition programs 19th season last year. Check out the hottest fashion, photos, movies and TV shows! This is just magic. Funke Lagoke performed a duet of "Tell Him" withfellow contestantRonda Felton during the Monday, March 22 episode. Although Harris death was confirmed by a spokesperson for the Walker County Coroners Office, an official cause of death has not yet been released. It was good, but not great, because it simply didnt have that element of surprise. "What an incredible journey this has been, McKibbin said before leaving the stage. Tributes have flooded in for former American Idol contestant, CJ Harris, who died on Monday (January 16) at the age of 31. There is no way people cant love you, Luke summed up. Ditching the good-luck-charm guitar that belonged to his late father something that Luke called a huge step and brave thing, and Lionel said was important moment was a risk. Former American Idol finalist Willie Spence died Tuesday from injuries sustained in a car crash in Tennessee, according to Georgia news outlet Douglas Now. McKibbin appeared on American Idol in 2002, when the show started and became an instant hit. "I think it's the end of the road for Funke," Katy told Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie. TYSON VENEGAS, WARREN PEAY, HAVEN MADISON, LUCY LOVE, OLIVER STEELE, COLIN STOUGH, MARYBETH BYRD, W ANI, NUTSA, MEGAN DANIELLE, Ironically, Lucy went home after singing a song that she'd selected specifically to celebrate Lionel, the judge who had championed her all season and rallied the hardest to save her last week. It didnt work well enough, obviously, but the lady didnt go down without a fight, which Luke admired. (AP Photo/Lucy Nicholson, File), WATCH LIVE: Polis to announce plan to reduce property taxes. McKibbin finished third on the show that year, behind Justin Guarini and Kelly Clarkson, who won the competition. ), At Willie Nelson 90, country, rock and rap stars pay tribute, but Willie and Trigger steal the show, Review: White House Plumbers reenacts the mishaps of Watergates operatives for laughs, Sophie Turner accidentally posts video of her and Joe Jonas kid: An honest mistake, The 10 best things we saw at Willie Nelsons 90th birthday concert, A hardcore coming-of-age novel nails the glitter and grime of L.A.s 80s metal scene, Get ready for the 2023 Met Gala: Heres when, and how, to tune in live. He was 41. It was a pleasure to sing with you and to know you.. Adam was bored with Olivers original acoustic arrangement of the Ray Charles classic, and wanted more edge and more of a journey. I do think the island/reggae vibes Oliver added to his final version livened things up a bit, but his performance was still too laid-back and safe. By Corky Siemaszko. How Palm Springs ran out Black and Latino families to build a fantasy for rich, white people, Concertgoer lets out a loud full body orgasm while L.A. Phil plays Tchaikovskys 5th, 17 SoCal hiking trails that are blooming with wildflowers (but probably not for long! She was part of our American Idol family and will be truly missed. -- A finalist on American Idol has died in a vehicle crash in Tennessee. By the time he was finished, the sweet island crooner, who is quickly becoming the odds-on favorite to win Season 21, had the audience cheering so enthusiastically that Katys critique was barely audible above the din. While it was a sweet sentiment and intention, I dont think a contestant still in such a risky position should have gone which such a throwaway party jam. Later, the show confirmed that Funke had gone on to make a full recovery, having been treated for dehydration, and she will return for the upcoming Showstopper Round. WebVisit The official American Idol online at ABC.com. (Photo: ABC) Last I cant even hear myself talk! Gracious in defeat, McKibbin tearfully hugged her fellow contestants when she was voted out in 2002. Its going to take hard work, but I think I can do it.. Nikki McKibbin was an incredible talent and we are deeply saddened by the news of her passing. "It's absolutely amazing news but I can't say I'm happy in this moment," a visibly upset Ronda replied candidly. Willie Spence, 23, died Tuesday after hitting the rear of a tractor-trailer that was stopped on the shoulder of Interstate 24 East near Chattanooga, according to news outlets, which cited a Tennessee Highway Patrol report. Both drivers were wearing seatbelts, and the truck driver wasn't injured, the crash report said. You brought the party to the stage! said Lionel. Hollywood Week continued on "American Idol" Monday night, bringing plenty of duet drama and tense moments. He was 41. Heavy/ABC "American Idol" season 21's Top 20 is revealed. "What I was going to say is, we both feel you two deserve to go through. The cause of his sudden death is unknown at this stage while medical examinations continue, the statement went on. "We're BRENTWOOD, CALIFORNIA: The Top 12 of Season 21 of 'American Idol' sang songs by performers inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on April 30, 2023. Before he could finish his first sentence to her, Funke collapsed face-first onstage. A $300-million (minimum) gondola to Dodger Stadium? ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) Nikki McKibbin, a singer from Texas best known for her third place finish in the first season of American Idol, has died. On September 3, 2019, it was reported that Haley Smith, who auditioned for season 11 of American Idol, had died in a motorcycle crash in Maine. Man, I need a drink. Second, this week he also got to advise several country contestants, 14 years after he game-changingly deconstructed and reconstructed Ring of Fire on Season 8s Country Night and in the process totally spooked that episodes guest mentor, Randy Travis, with his guyliner and black nail varnish. On the precursor to American Idol, Danesh made it all the way to the top three with eventual winner Will Young and runner-up Gareth Gates. Former American Idol finalist Willie Spence died Tuesday from injuries sustained in a car crash in Tennessee, according to Georgia news outlet Douglas Now. Temperatures stay in the 70s for much of this week! Im a mess. Her husband did not say where she died. Former American Idol contestant C.J. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA Enterprise and the Google. Spence, 23, finished as runner-up to Chayce His debut single, In Love, was released in 2019. Now, when I get on stage in front of these crowds, it doesnt matter if I have my eyes closed. This is not a time for tears, he told McKibbin. COMPLEX participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means COMPLEX gets paid commissions on purchases made through our links to retailer sites. Fox says life with Parkinson's is 'getting harder': "I'm not gonna be 80'. All rights reserved. "Reality check: Out of 10,000 people, you are third. Ronda, the judgesand nearby medical professionals rushed to her aid, with Lukeremarking that the performer "busted her chin.". C.J. Even the king of unsubtle excess this weeks guest mentor, current Queen frontman Adam Lambert himself urged Nutsa to consider a different song that would showcase her softer side (assuming she has a softer side, that is). Unfortunately, Spence is one of several Idol contestants who have died since they appeared on the show. Before Spence's death, the most recent Idol contestant who passed away was Nikki McKibbin. She was one of the first Idol singers, having appeared in the show's first season. She suffered a brain aneurysm and was only 42. She was taken to hospital and treated for dehydration. The 17-year-old first wowed the judges with his Two Mississippi contestants survived Monday night's "American Idol" episode after viewers voted to keep them on the show as the Top 20 contestants were whittled American Idol continues on Sunday (March 28) on ABC in the US. I know that was traumatic. 'American Idol' contestant Nikki McKibbin dies at age 42 The Texas singer appeared on American Idol in 2002, when the show started and became an instant hit. All Rights Reserved. After telling Ronda she "crashed and burned," he started to give feedback to Funke, 28. Katy Perry is set to be temporarily replaced on American Idol by a big-time star. She was 42. ", Related: American Idol stars pay tribute to former contestant Nikki McKibbin after she dies, aged 42. Christi Carras is an entertainment reporter at the Los Angeles Times. Nikki McKibbin (season 1) Nikki McKibbin was part of the very first season of Aug. 2, 2014. 1:37. "Wow, she completely busted her chin open, y'all," a nervous-looking Luke explained as he approached the stage, while Lionel and the on-set paramedics rushed over too. After all, Adam first met his future employers, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees Queen, on his seasons finale. Where was that Stevie Ray Vaughan solo? But she and her fellow judges couldnt get enough of Olivers lovely voice, so they just encouraged himself to keep pushing himself creatively and putting his own stamp on his covers. ``Youve got a career ahead of you.. Her husband did not say where she died. I guess I was a little nervous to go on Idol,because I didnt know if I was prepared. Get weekly rundowns straight to your inbox, A daily briefing on what matters in the music industry. American Idol contestant Funke Lagoke was rushed to hospital after collapsing on stage during the show's Hollywood Week round. Its playful. He was 23. 2023 Billboard Media, LLC. But this week, as Lucy, Nutsa, and the other remaining semifinalists returned to compete on Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Night, those two ladies found out they wont be in Idols Class of 2023. WebAn American Idol contestant was rushed to the hospital after collapsing on stage during the most recent episode of the TV singing contest. USA TODAY. It wasnt at the level of Haley Reinhart, who had a breakthrough moment with this classic in Season 10, but it was still a moment. Rickey Smith. Katy first wore the Elvis-style garment when she was a guest performer during Season 8, generating controversy and getting in "a little trouble" when viewers complained that she was "playing favorites" she was basically a walking billboard for her L.A. scene friend and would therefore sway the public vote. Please bear with me as I respond to everyone's messages, calls & texts. His debut single Colourblind bowed at No. (Eric McCandless/ABC) Gift. And finally, as Adam returned to the show with his nails painted and face beat to the gods doing a highly dramatic version of Ann Peebless I Cant Stand the Rain from his new covers album, High Drama, and schooling all of the top 12 on how to truly make a song ones own Katy donned her infamous satin Adam Lambert cape. You walked out on this stage and took control.. He was 23. I dont have to keep a camera view. But Warren was unmistakably doing the Animals version, because this sure did rock. Its the same space where I Love Lucy and Nutsa was spared by the judges on last week's episode of ' American Idol ' on ABC with Lucy and proceeded to the show's Top 12 along with ten other singers. 'American Idol' contestant Michael Johns dies "American Idol" contestant Michael Johns, who appeared in season 7 of the hit Fox singing competition and was But after Adam advised her to slow down her arrangement to give it more gravitas and take it to church, she had a real moment tonight. 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McKibbins husband, Craig Sadler, confirmed her death in a Facebook post, saying that she had died after suffering a brain aneurysm on Wednesday and was taken I received very tragic news tonight, McPhee wrote. After finishing sixth on season 13 of Idol, Harris toured with the rest of the cast that summer. Harris, the former "American Idol" contestant whose soulful voice wowed the judges and whose sweet demeanor won him legions of 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. "What an incredible journey this has been, McKibbin said before leaving the stage. Adam called this cover a nice surprise, but I dont think Marybeths vocal ever reached to the bar set by the effervescent original (or matched the Dolly/Shania linedancing-queen glam she was rocking this evening, for that matter). "Reality check: Out of 10,000 people, you are third. You may occasionally receive promotional content from the Los Angeles Times. Last week, Colin had a huge breakthrough covering Robyns Dancing on My Own, but that was just a victory-lap performance. The 38-year-old singer and her American Idol co-star Lionel Richie are both due to Complex Media, Inc. All Rights Reserved. In a statement, American Idol sent its condolences to McKibbin's family and friends. What Adam Lambert told you was so right: You are the reason American Idol works, said a verge-of-tears Luke. After the first live coast-to-coast voting of Season 21 which host Ryan Seacrest said generated more than 22 million real-time votes America had spoken, once again, loud and clear. Adam was impressed that Madison, with the help of her pro-musician father, was making the song her own high praise from one of the biggest song-flippers in the history of this series. We send our condolences to his loved ones., I love you Willie, American Idol panelist Katy Perry commented on the post. He Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. TheAlabama native was rushedto the Walker Baptist Medical Center in Jasper, where he was later pronounced dead. Willie Spence, 23, died Tuesday after hitting the rear of a tractor-trailer that was stopped on the shoulder of Interstate 24 East near Chattanooga, according to news outlets, which cited a Tennessee Highway Patrol report. Your confidence is just staring us in the face. He was 41. April 12, 2021 at 11:41 p.m. EDT. I can calm down, relax and be myself. She was 42. McKibbin appeared on American Idol in 2002, when the show started and became an instant hit. And once again, America had chosen to eliminate Lucy and Nutsa. Find out who should. This was the big Zach attack Id been craving last week. McKibbins husband, Craig Sadler, confirmed her death in a Facebook post, saying that she had died after suffering a brain aneurysm on Wednesday and was taken off life support early Sunday. The Texas singer appeared on American Idol in 2002, when the show started and became an instant hit. Your source for entertainment news, celebrities, celeb news, and celebrity gossip. Just to know that so many people support me and enjoy what I do means more than anything in the world..
