Miley Cyrus Mourns Death of ‘The Voice’ Contestant Janice Freeman
LAS VEGAS, NV – MAY 21: Singer Miley Cyrus performs onstage during the 2017 Billboard Music Awards at T-Mobile Arena on May 21, 2017 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
Miley Cyrus and the NBC Voice family is mourning Janice Freeman, a former “fan favorite” on the show who has died at the age of 33, CNN reports.
Freeman was suffering from an “extreme case of pneumonia and a blood clot that traveled to her heart.” Her husband confirmed the news to the network in a statement.
“A survivor and fighter, and a beautiful force in this world, Janice gained notoriety through her success on NBC’s ‘The Voice’ as a member of Miley Cyrus’ team,” the statement said. “Her story inspired fans nationwide, having successfully battled cervical cancer and living her life to the fullest while fighting lupus.”
Cyrus paid tribute to the singer on her Instagram Stories Sunday, sharing a photo of a rainbow and saying, “Thank you @janicefreeman … for everything. This represents you perfectly.”
Freeman had previously revealed that Miley Cyrus had remained a close friend of hers, even helping to pay some of her family’s bills after the show ended.
Thank you ALL but she found us placement until we found permanent housing, gave me the deposit, covered me for 6 months so I can get on my feet! @MileyCyrus you are one of my closest friends and what you did for me and my family Im praying GOD gives you the desire of your heart!
— Janice Freeman (@janice_freeman) January 1, 2018
Jennifer Hudson, who had offered the singer a spot on her team on the show, also paid tribute to Freeman.
Freeman had previously survived cervical cancer and was praised as an inspiration for all.
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