CJ Harris, best known for his career in american idol in 2014 he passed away. The singer reportedly suffered a heart attack and was hospitalized on Sunday night, but he did not survive. He was only 31 years old.
Harris was a 22-year-old guitar teacher from Jasper, Alabama when he first auditioned american idol. She wowed the judges with her rendition of Allman Brothers’ “Soulshine.” After a slight setback in the semifinals where he didn’t receive enough votes, he was saved as a wild card and made it to the finals, where he eventually finished in sixth place.
Harris later performed alongside Darius Rucker on The Grand Ole Opry and toured as part of the american idol launched after its first season. He also maintained close ties with at least one candidate, Jessica Meuse, who paid him a moving tribute following her death…
A Walker County Coroner representative spoke to people and confirmed that the singer was taken to Walker Baptist Medical Center in Jasper, Alabama. He underwent cardiopulmonary resuscitation but was later pronounced dead. A relative told TMZ he suspected a heart attack, but we won’t know until the coroner releases his report.
CJ Harris posted a photo of himself to Facebook on Jan. 1, wishing fans a Happy New Year and letting them know that new music was on the way. Since his passing, the post has become a tribute, with many fans sharing how shocked they were by his passing and how much they appreciated his music, voice and career. american idol. Those who knew him personally also share stories and memories.
Harris is survived by two children, as are other family members. He will clearly be missed by so many people whose lives he touched, both in person and through his music.
Source: Cinemablend
