Actor and singer Zuri Craig has passed away.
On Friday, his family confirmed the news of the 44-year-old talented artist’s death via his official entertainment profile on Instagram.
“Please keep our family and friends in your prayers. More info forthcoming… ?????? #RIPZuriCraig.”
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“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. Please honor our privacy during this unimaginable time of mourning. Official details to follow.”
No cause has death has been reported.
Fans offered prayers and condolences on his Instagram page.
“My Heart goes out to the family, and I give my condolences RIP Zuri Craig.”
Singer Cheryl Pepsii Riley also posted on social media regarding her “Lil bro’s” sudden passing.
“It’s #BlackVelvetMonday, n it’s been a bit of a weekend! The rain is not just in the skies today ?Dedicating this week’s #BVM to the Very Talented, Hilariously Funny, Way Cool, n Awesome lil bro Zuri Craig! Still havin’ a hard time processing this one…… I know God knows n has it, and him ??”
She continued, “…..?Please love on your folks when you can! Do it Now n Often! Please…we just don’t know y’all ?Please Stay Safe n Healthy out there, Family! I Love y’all fo’ real! Have a Blessed n LoveFILLED Week! ??
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“Love You, Zuri! Sendin’ Sooooo much Love to You, Jeff!#CraigLewisBand 4Ever”
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Craig and his former singing partner Jeffrey Lewis appeared on America’s Got Talent in 2015. The duo brought the house down with their soulful rendition of Mary J.Blige’s remake “I’m Going Down.”
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Craig and Lewis placed fifth in the 2015 America’s Got Talent competition.
According to IMDB, the gifted artist also appeared in two Tyler Perry movies– Madea’s Big Happy Family, Madea Gets A Job and A Madea Christmas.
Our condolences go out to his family.
