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'The Voice' season 15: Fan favorite Cody Ray Raymond quits the show due to personal issues

Kelly Clarkson announced on Monday night's episode that Raymond's fans would have to bid their goodbyes to the Air Force veteran.

During Monday's premiere of the Knockout Rounds on 'The Voice' season 15 viewers saw the sad departure of fan-favorite Cody Ray Raymond without even getting to hear him sing for one last time. Kelly Clarkson announced on Monday night's episode that Raymond fans would have to bid their goodbyes to the Air Force veteran. Prior to Kelly's announcement, Raymond took to Instagram and released a statement stating that he is leaving due to personal matters, but he and his family are fine. "Fans, friends, and new supporters, I want to thank you all for the love sent my way with my journey on The Voice so far, but due to personal matters, I’ve had to come back to my roots and end this chapter," he wrote. " I’m okay and my family is okay. But stay tuned for new music with these fellas. Sending love back 🙌🏼❤️🎸."