Willie Spence, finalist of the 19th season of the American version of “Nouvelle Star” broadcast in 2021, died at the age of 23. According TMZthe young man was the victim of a road accident.
Last Tuesday, while he was driving his car to return to his home in Atlanta (United States), he hit a semi-trailer which was stopped on the side of the road. Our colleagues specify that Willie Spence was taken care of by the emergency services. When he arrived at the hospital, he died.
On Twitter, the “American Idol” show paid tribute to the 19th season finalist, saying it was “devastated”. “He was a true talent who lit up every room he entered and who will be sorely missed. We offer our condolences to his loved ones,” the post reads.
We are devastated regarding the passing of our beloved American Idol family member, Willie Spence. He was a true talent who lit up every room he entered and will be deeply missed. We send our condolences to his loved ones. pic.twitter.com/QWrWqf7qQN
— American Idol (@AmericanIdol) October 12, 2022
