Debra Byrd

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Debra Byrd

Debra Byrd

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Debra Byrd

Date of Birth: July 19, 1951
Date of Passing: March 05, 2024
Birthplace: Cleveland, Ohio

Debra Byrd was an American vocalist. She appeared on Broadway and was best known for serving as the head vocal coach and arranger on American Idol. Bryd worked as the vocal coach for The Oscars in 2014 and appeared in the choir for the 2018 The Oscars

Throughout her career, she worked with some of the greatest singers in the industry including Mary J. Blige, Barry Manilow, and Bob Dylan. 

Debra Byrd was an American vocalist. She appeared on Broadway and was best known for serving as the head vocal coach and arranger on American Idol. Bryd worked as the vocal coach for The Oscars in 2014 and appeared in the choir for the 2018 The Oscars

Throughout her career, she worked with some of the greatest singers in the industry including Mary J. Blige, Barry Manilow, and Bob Dylan. 

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