UPDATE – 12/6/24, 6:00 PM ET:

America’s Got Talent has broken his silence following the news of Kabir “Kabeezy” Singh‘s death.

“The AGT “The family is deeply saddened by the news of the passing of Kabir Singh, a talented comedian who graced our stage with his undeniable humor,” the show said in a statement Us weekly on Friday, December 6th. “He brought joy and laughter to so many and his incredible talent will be missed.”

Original story:

America’s Got Talent alum Kabir “Kabeezy” Singh died at the age of 39.

TMZ reported on Thursday, December 5, that the comedian died on Wednesday, December 4, and law enforcement is awaiting the results of a toxicology report to determine Singh’s cause of death.

Singh’s fiancée later confirmed his death People.

According to TMZ, Singh reportedly had health problems in the past and officials believe he may have died of natural causes.

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Singh made it to the semifinals of the NBC telecast America’s Got Talent Season 16 in 2021 before being eliminated. wizard Dustin Tavella ultimately won the season.

“It is my deepest regret to inform everyone that Kabir Singh has passed away,” said the comedian’s friend. Jeremy Curryshared via Facebook on Thursday. “He passed away peacefully in his sleep and this is the most devastating post I have ever posted… Services will be Saturday, December 14th at 8:30 a.m. at the Chapel of the Chimes in Hayward… Please remember his family and fiancé prayers….I love you brother.”

During his semi-final appearance on AGTSingh was impressed by only one of the show’s judges: the creator Simon Cowellwho said he was “not very great and I just thought that in a weird way giving you a stir makes the gig better,” he said Daily Mail reported at the time.

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Fellow judge Howie Mandel said comedy is a tough talent and there is a lot of pressure. Heidi KlumMeanwhile, he told Singh that there was something about him, but quickly joked: “I’m married, that won’t happen, but you’re very cute.”

Us weekly has reached out to NBC for comment.