Two days afterthe news brokethatAmerican Idolvocal coachDebra Byrdhad died, one of her most successful students has paid tribute.
Jennifer Hudsontook to social media and wrote that she was heartbroken at the news of Byrds passing.
She encouraged and supported us from the very beginning !
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I am so grateful for everything she taught us, wrote the Season 3 standout.
She worked closely with Kelly Clarkson, Fantasia, Jennifer Hudson, Bob Dylan,Barry Manilowand many others.
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Heartbroken over the passing of Debra Byrd, the vocal coach on American Idol.
She encouraged and supported us from the very beginning !
I am so grateful for everything she taught us.
This is one of the saddest days of my life, Manilow wrote on X/Twitter.
I just cant wrap around the fact that Debra Byrd is no longer with me.
She was one of the most wonderful friends Ive ever had.
I will miss you forever, my love.
This is one of the saddest days of my life.
