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'The Voice' Alum Ryan Whyte Maloney Dies at 44

The Season 6 contestant and Team Blake Shelton member died by suicide, with the cause of death confirmed as a gunshot wound to the head.

Singer Ryan Whyte Maloney, who was on Blake Shelton's team in the 2014 season of "The Voice," has died at 44 years old.
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Ryan Whyte Maloney October 15, 2017 in Las Vegas, Nevada

Overview

  • Ryan Whyte Maloney, a contestant on Season 6 of NBC's 'The Voice,' died by suicide in Las Vegas at the age of 44, with the coroner confirming the cause as a gunshot wound to the head.
  • Maloney gained recognition on 'The Voice' in 2014, where his rendition of Journey's 'Lights' earned a four-chair turn from judges and secured him a spot on Blake Shelton's team.
  • He advanced to the top five finalists on Shelton's team and returned to perform in the season finale, later maintaining a residency at Shelton's Ole Red venue in Las Vegas.
  • Maloney's career included a decade as the frontman for the prog-rock band Indulge, a solo album release, and performances alongside major artists like Tim McGraw and Rascal Flatts.
  • In a recent Instagram post, Maloney reflected on his struggles during his time on 'The Voice,' emphasizing persistence and dedication to his craft.