Extended interview: 'The Voice' contestant Ruby Leigh after the season finale

Foley native Ruby Leigh came in second place on season 24 of "The Voice." The season's five top singers competed in the live two-part finale, and the decision on who would take the top spot was left up to the fans.
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[@candissmith9329]

You won in many peoples eyes!! And you won’t be tied to a contract. There will me many willing to make your music. This is not the end for you!! You’re too awesome!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️❤️❤️

[@nancyoakes8837]

Can’t wait to purchase her album and see her on the Grand Ole Opry

[@tcurry2512]

Ruby, you represent the very best of youth culture. You're so poised and well-spoken. I love your honesty. You took on a big competition with grace and flair, while wanting to honor the roots of country music. You're very personable and kind in your interviews. I know you'll go far in your endeavors. God bless you!!

[@RA-yf4tk]

16. So poised, pragmatic and level-headed. Somehow with her talent, focus and support, I think she’ll make it big time. Good on her!

[@bonniefrench9884]

This is why so many love Ruby, not just her singing, but her sweet spirit !

[@marthalisk303]

What an impressive young woman! Mature way beyond her years. Talented in her genre. It's just the beginning for her.

[@JayneRCilano]

Ruby, You’re AMAZING !!!! Congratulations on being the Runner Up !! You are a winner!!!!!!

[@kathyshea2444]

Should of been the winner.hands down..

[@user-mn4vh6xu5t]

Well I hope she goes far she deserves it

[@lauriehumann9659]

She has a unique voice. If u heard her on the radio u would know it is her.

[@timothyfisher8884]

She is amazing. Like others have said so poised and level headed but more importantly what an amazing voice. The best to you and everything you will continue to do Ruby. What a natural talent and humbling individual.

[@kerrythomas6220]

I knew it would come down to the two of them, was really pulling for Ruby but think it’s actually better for her that she didn’t win because it gives her more freedom to sign with any record company she chooses, maybe Reba can help her with that.

[@user-np6lk2cg2z]

I did not think of that i can see her going to the top of country radio bill board

[@candissmith9329]

YES, YES, YES!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️❤️❤️

[@traceytheisen8067]

Exactly. Let her have her teenage years she'll never get back. When Kelly Clarkson won Idol she was already 18. 2 years during your teenage years is an eternity. I wanted Ruby to win from the moment she auditioned, but I think this was best for her and her family. She got all the recognition and fame and can proceed as she chooses. Huntley is also incredible and deserves all the success he earned.

[@ferret2267]

Hopefully she doesn't have to sell her soul to get a contract. It used to be a requirement for stardom. Maybe with a combination of social media and technology she can bypass that trap and keep her innocence.

[@sallystege7163]

You are a winner!!

[@joydavis4087]

Love her voice. All the best to Ruby.

[@candissmith9329]

She is able to sing many styles of songs!! Not just one. ⭐️⭐️⭐️❤️❤️

[@lindacothran8906]

We love you Ruby your the real package... Your a winner already and I'm gonna look forward to seeing you and see where you go from here.....Grand Ole Opry are you listening... I hope I see you there real soon.......❤

[@dina113east]

Ruby, this is just the beginning for you. You have a long, fabulous career ahead of you. Your fans look forward to seeing you perform in the future. Best Wishes.

[@Bossladyone2]

A Tiny Pebble in This Gravel Road, you just spoke the name of a really good song that needs to be written and sung

[@TaoofMiracles111]

If someone doesn't give this gal a record deal it's sinful

[@ashpole59]

Just loved her ❤

[@danielfragoso158]

Sounds good singing i love your voice happy for you baby girl❤❤❤❤

[@albertscafuri662]

You are a winner Ruby Leigh

[@corlisking2382]

You are going places girl! I feel it in my bones!

[@carolbarnett3912]

So talented ! Good luck Ruby !

[@cherylbeatty3534]

She should have won. But I’m happy with results. Hope she goes far. Good luck Ruby ! I did vote for you ❤️

[@kathyshea2444]

Me too..Huntley👎

[@traceyseabrook1076]

So sassy and genuine. You definitely are a winner Ruby....Can't wait too hear more from you. From Ottawa

[@user-np6lk2cg2z]

I cant believe they did not pick ruby

[@kerrythomas6220]

The public chooses, but she’s better off not winning

[@userunknown1578]

The fans actually got it right with the winner they picked this season.

[@kathyshea2444]

Huntley did not deserve to win

[@userunknown1578]

@@kathyshea2444 Huntley 100% deserved to win.

[@lindaguthmiller1568]

Yes Ruby will always be a winner!she has an amazing voice

[@jtwilson2089]

Do you have a website to go to?

[@lewisrobinson6930]

She should have won

[@kerrythomas6220]

She’s actually better off not winning

[@userunknown1578]

She shouldn't have even been in the Finale.

[@kerrythomas6220]

@@userunknown1578 Tell that to the millions of voters who put her there

[@NorthwestNicholas]

She’ll deff get a record deal.

[@Daiska_Plays]

Honestly the top 3 were a tie. Ruby is my fave, but Mara is an amazing vocalist and performer, and Huntley is power and charisma. This is the first "talent show" ever since it began with season one of American Idol, where the top three were all deserving to be the winner. Every other time, the winner was pretty obvious.

[@stevenhancock7462]

No way she lost not right

[@terrydiamond4571]

Very together young girl.

[@SuperSoFlow]

Very confident at 16, but doing a song by Patsy Cline, or hell even Slim Whitman to show off her yodeling would have served her well. Mara was the one who resinated with me. General public voting is always dicy. Popularity doesn't really equate to level of talent.

[@lauriehumann9659]

She looks older than she really is

[@Rick-nq3mz]

Look at Luke Combs he didn’t even get picked to sing up on stage and look at him now!