A beautiful voice will no longer sing or be heard.
Former “America’s Got Talent” finalist Zuri Craig has died. He was 44.
No cause of death was revealed, however, his family confirmed that he died on Oct. 21.
“It is with profound sadness that we announce the transition of our beloved son, brother and friend, Zuri Craig,” his family wrote on his Instagram page. “We thank you in advance for your prayers. Please honor our privacy at this unimaginable time of mourning.”
Craig and his partner Jeffrey Lewis were a part of the Craig Lewis Band and sung together.
They performed on Season 10 of the NBC competition series in 2015 and came in fifth overall. The duo sang cover versions of songs by James Brown and Mary J. Blige.
Craig also collaborated with Tyler Perry on his films “Madea’s Big Happy Family,” “Madea Gets a Job” and “A Madea Christmas.”
The Craig Lewis Band even made an appearance on Oprah Winfrey’s eponymous talk show back in 2010, and as well as a guest stint on “The Mo’Nique Show” a year later.
Craig was also getting ready to produce a live-action production called “Soul Food Live” in Atlanta, beginning in November.
Fans left their condolences on Craig’s social media page, with one writing: “My condolences to his family and friends and Tyler Perry😢.”
“Deepest condolences and Prayers To Family and Friends R.I.P. 🕊Zuri,” another fan lamented.
“Words cannot say enough. 😢 Our condolences to the family,” someone added.
One person commented: “Condolences to the family and loved ones of thee amazing talented musical brother Zuri 👑💚🎶🕊.”
