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‘American Idol’s Just Sam Breaks Down After Personal Tragedy’

Just Sam has been one of the saddest stories emerging from American Idol. Despite winning the show, they never achieved the album or career they dreamed of due to a lack of resources. Sam faced significant hardship but has since made a recovery. Recently, however, they shared yet another personal tragedy.

Here’s what Just Sam revealed about their recent ordeal and its impact on them.

Just Sam was a standout contestant on American Idol Season 18 and went on to win the competition. Unfortunately, their post-Idol journey has been one of the more heartbreaking tales from the reality TV show. Now, Sam has announced new sorrow in their life.

Just Sam took to social media to disclose some sad news. Using Instagram Reels, they shared that their dog recently died. The death was especially tragic because, according to Sam, it was caused by a “reckless driver.”

“I never knew how much losing a pet would affect me until now… I literally miss my dog every day as if I lost a blood relative,” Sam said in the video. “I just want to say cherish your dogs. It took a couple of seconds for a reckless driver to take my dog’s life.”

Sam explained that their dog’s life was taken “way too early and it sucks that the person who did this still hasn’t said anything about the situation.” They added that the driver didn’t slow down or even try to swerve to avoid the accident. Sam questioned what the driver would have done if it had been a child instead of a dog.

“Almost doesn’t feel like an accident which makes grieving harder because I can’t help but question how someone could be not only so reckless on the road but careless as well,” Sam wrote. “I miss my sweet boy like crazy.”

Fans were quick to respond to Just Sam’s video with messages of support and sympathy.

Just Sam on American Idol / YouTube

Many fans shared their own experiences of losing a beloved pet, while others expressed their outrage that the driver didn’t stop after the incident.

  • “You’re right you don’t realize how much they are attached to your heart”
  • “My baby died two days ago she’s on my page I’m beyond hurt as well hit by a fast driving car. beyond pain is how I feel”
  • “My heart certainly hurts for you Sam. Cherish your memories with your furry baby.”

What are your thoughts on Just Sam’s revelation about their recent tragedy? Share your thoughts in the comments.

Source: TV Shows Ace