The adored competitor from Simon Cowell’s “X Factor” second season, Freddie Combs, tragically died at the age of 49.

He initially became well-known after he made an appearance on the TLC show “Ton of Love” in 2010, sharing his amazing journey after dropping a substantial amount of weight to 245 pounds.

He was eliminated early in the competition, despite his brilliance and perseverance.Kay Combs, Freddie’s wife, used social media to thank her husband for 25 years of marriage and to say that he was a great husband and her best friend.

She emphasized their strong relationship as partners and as advocates for one another’s goals.

Many people found resonance in Freddie’s performances, and his strong voice and genuine on-stage presence made an impression on the audience that lasted. Numerous others were impressed by his path, which demonstrated that enthusiasm and tenacity can result in amazing changes.

We honor Freddie Combs’ extraordinary talent and his affection for Kay as we remember him. Watch his amazing performance below, then leave a comment with your opinions. How did you feel about his talent and journey?