‘America’s Got Talent’ finalist and Tyler Perry player Zuri Craig dies at 44
In the wake of Zuri Craig’s death Wednesday night at a hospital in Los Angeles, the singer’s fans took to social media to express their grief.
Craig, 44, was a finalist on the season of NBC’s “America’s Got Talent.” He was also a contestant on “The Voice” and a former teen star on “The WB’s” Glee.
Here’s what we know about the singer-songwriter:
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“Glee.” Photo: Kevin Mazur/The CW
His name is on the cover of Glee magazine. His song “I’ll Be There for You” was a finalist for the 2009 International Pop Vocal Competition.
He was nominated for best song and best urban contemporary album at the 2008 New England Music Awards. He was also nominated for best pop voice in a movie musical at the 2007 New York Festivals.
More on Zuri Craig’s life
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“America’s Got Talent.” Photo: NBC
NBC’s “America’s Got Talent” final four includes Craig. The show’s host is Simon Cowell, and the four acts are Adam Ant, Blake Shelton, Jennifer Hudson and Craig. He performed in the show’s pilot finale.
The “America’s Got Talent” cast members performed “I Wish,” Craig’s song about being a teenager, alongside his “Glee” song “I’ll Be There for You.”
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“America’s Got Talent.” Photo: NBC
Craig was the runner-up in the season’s semifinals. He was one of the first singers from the pilot to perform on “America’s Got Talent.”
Songs that he performed in “America’s Got Talent” include “J.M.D.” and “The Climb.”
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“America’s Got Talent.” Photo: NBC
Craig also appeared on the show’s second season, performing “Bones in a Box” and “Bones in a Box (Remix).”
“Til It Happens to You,” his “Glee” song, is one of the finalists for best original recording of the year at the 2014 BMI Pop Awards.
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“Glee.” Photo: Kevin