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Debra Byrd Dies: ‘American Idol’ And ‘The Voice’ Vocal Coach Was 72
Vocalist Debra Byrd is dead at age 72 in L.A.
Hailing from Cleveland, Ohio, Byrd attended Kent State University and studied at the Karamu and Dobama Theaters. Byrd also lent her vocal talents to film soundtracks, including The Lion King, 2 1/2, and Sister Act II. Additionally, Byrd was hired by NBC to oversee vocal production for their 2019 Super Bowl tribute to Prince, directed by Spike Lee.
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