Ruby Leigh: 5 Things to Know About the 16-Year-Old Runner-Up of ‘The Voice’ Season 24
Ruby Leigh was the youngest finalist competing in ‘The Voice’ season 24 finale. Get to know this rising country star who came in second place.
Ruby Leigh was one of two Team Reba singers in the running to win The Voice season 24. The singer dazzled during the first night of the season 24 finale with two incredible performances. She sang stellar renditions of “Desperado” by The Eagles and “Suspicious Minds” by Elvis Presley. Ultimately, she came in second place to Huntley when the finale results came in.
Ruby is only 16 years old, but she’s already got a bright future ahead of her. So, who is Ruby Leigh? This young singer has left the small-town life behind for Hollywood. From her early days in the competition to surviving a tornado, here’s what you need to know about Ruby.
Ruby Is ‘The Voice’ Season 24 Runner-Up
Ruby dazzled the coaches with her performance of Patsy Montana’s “I Want to Be a Cowboy’s Sweetheart” during the Blind Auditions. John Legend was the first to turn his red chair, followed by Reba McEntire, Gwen Stefani, and then Niall Horan. The coaches were extremely impressed with Ruby’s yodeling abilities.
John told the young singer that he truly had “never heard anything” like what she just did. “You could win The Voice,” he added. In the end, Ruby chose fellow country artist Reba to be her coach. Over the course of season 24, Ruby has stunned with performances of “Blue” by LeAnn Rimes and more.
“How crazy. I never thought I’d be in the Finale of @nbcthevoice but look at me now!! How insane?! Thank you all so much for pushing me along! All we need is one more push and you can help me and Reba win this thang!” she wrote on Instagram ahead of the finale. She was up against Huntley, Lila Forde, Jacquie Roar, and Mara Justine. She was the season 24 runner-up.
Ruby Is From Missouri
Ruby is from the small town of Foley, Missouri. She is apparently “one of 68 people” who live there, according to her NBC bio. Her love for music started when she was 9 years old after she overheard her dad listening to Guy Clark’s “Dublin Blues.” She had the song memorized just a day later.
Ruby Survived a Tornado
When she was 4 years old, Ruby and her parents survived a tornado that nearly killed her parents. After that, Ruby didn’t like to be away from her parents and decided to be homeschooled.
Ruby Has Performed With Vince Gill
Even though she’s just 16 years old, Ruby has already performed with some country greats. She’s sang alongside Vince Gill, The Time Jumpers, Mickey Gilley, and Johnny Lee. Ruby has also done pre-shows for Clint Black and Tracy Lawrence.
Ruby Is An Animal Lover
Ruby has a “huge heart for animals and people,” her official website reads. She takes after her grandmother when it comes to her love for animals. “She has volunteered her time and talents for many causes to benefit both humans and animals,” her website says.