Willie Spence, a singer who placed second on American Idol in 2021, died in a car accident in Tennessee on Tuesday, according to multiple reports. A 23-year-old from Grand Prairie, Texas, McKibbin impressed the judges with soulful performances of songs by Janis Joplin, Stevie Nicks and a stirring cover of Alanna Myles song Black Velvet.. American Idol 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. 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. She was taken to hospital and treated for dehydration. April 12, 2021 at 11:41 p.m. EDT. I dont think Tyson chose badly here, but the issue with most Stevie songs is they tend to sound old-fashioned as opposed to timeless when done by anyone but Stevie. 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. After finishing sixth on season 13 of Idol, Harris toured with the rest of the cast that summer. Funke Lagoke performed a duet of "Tell Him" withfellow contestantRonda Felton during the Monday, March 22 episode. Its going to take hard work, but I think I can do it.. A 23-year-old from Grand Prairie, Texas, McKibbin impressed the judges with soulful performances of songs by Janis Joplin, Stevie Nicks and a stirring cover of Alanna Myles song Black Velvet.. Purest soul. Former American Idol finalist Nikki McKibbin dies Rickey Smith. Hollywood Week continued on "American Idol" Monday night, bringing plenty of duet drama and tense moments. Harris, who placed sixth on the shows 13th season in 2014, has passed away. ``Youve got a career ahead of you., RELATED: Sean Connery, the iconic James Bond actor, dead at 90, RELATED: Travis Roy, hockey player paralyzed 11 seconds into 1st college game, dies at 45. American Idol Read all issues now with a 1-month free trial, only on Apple News+. American Idol showed off its new stage in Hollywood on Sunday night to celebrate the 21st season of the show. Sing with the angels my darling., During his American Idol audition, the vocalist from Douglas, Ga., blew the celebrity judges away with a powerful rendition of Rihannas Diamonds. After giving him a standing ovation, Lionel Richie hailed Spence as an undeniable star, while Luke Bryan deemed him a special human being.. Singer Funke Lagoke was joined by her And once again, America had chosen to eliminate Lucy and Nutsa. Digital Spy's digital magazine is back! Adam Lambert talks 'Witch Hunt' tour, lifelong love of makeup: 'I didn't know any other boys who painted their faces after school', It's not ladies' night, and the feeling's not right: 8 divas land in 'American Idol' bottom 10, Adam Lambert talks 'High Drama' album, full-circle Jobriath cover: 'I know what my brand is now, more than ever', 'Our country has f***ing failed us! Michael Johns, seen here in 2013, was a season 7 competitor on American Idol. He died in August 2014 after complications from a blood clot in his ankle, according to The Hollywood Reporter. He was 35. Simon Cowell shared the news. But we are here for you and we're family.