Zuri Craig, who once was a finalist on the reality show America’s Got Talent as part of the Craig Lewis band, has died. He was 44 and no cause was given by his family, who confirmed he died on Friday and issued a tribute post on his website.
“It is with profound sadness that we announce the transition of our beloved son, brother and friend, Zuri Craig. We thank you in advance for your prayers. Please honor our privacy at this unimaginable time of mourning.” They note he died on Friday — a cause of death has yet to be released, but more info seems to be forthcoming.
Craig was a hit on AGT back in 2015, when he and his singing partner, Jeffrey Lewis delivered powerful versions of hits by James Brown and Mary J. Blige. They finished fifth overall in that year’s competition.
Craig also worked on Tyler Perry’s Madea’s Big Happy Family,” “Madea Gets a Job” and “A Madea Christmas.”