Beverly McClellan, a fan favourite on the first season of The Voice in 2011, died Tuesday at 49.
The rock singer was diagnosed with endometrial cancer in March, according to a GoFundMe page set-up to help her. The cancer spread to her bladder, colon and intestines.
“She was surrounded by so much love and we shared some beautiful last days,” McClellan’s wife Monique wrote on Facebook. “Thank you to everyone who has been so supportive of us. We appreciate all of the love you have given and the good vibes you have sent.”
McClellan, who released six independent albums, auditioned for The Voice with “Piece of my Heart” and got both Adam Levine and Christina Aguilera to turn their chairs. She joined Aguilera’s team and made it to the final four.
“The only thing greater than Beverly McClellan’s voice was her heart,” read a tweet from The Voice on Wednesday. “Our thoughts are with her family, friends and fans during this difficult time.”