Why did Naya Rivera sing If I Die Young on Glee?

Why did Naya Rivera sing If I Die Young on Glee?

Rivera performed the song in 2013 as a tribute to co-star Cory Monteith, who had died three months earlier. ... When Monteith died, Rivera sang the The Band Perry tune "If I Die Young" for an episode of "Glee" titled "The Quarterback." In that episode, it's learned that Montieth's character has died.

Why did Santana sing If I Die Young on Glee?

Singing as her character Santana Lopez, Rivera sang the song as a tribute to Monteith, who played the star football quarterback Finn Hudson, with whom her character, a high school cheerleader, had a fling. ... Monteith's death is claimed by fans to be part of the apparent curse.

What episode of Glee does Naya Rivera sing if I die young?

The Quarterback If I Die Young by The Band Perry is featured in The Quarterback, the third episode of Season Five. It is sung by Santana, with the New Directions singing back-up.

Was Santana's breakdown real?

Naya Rivera's breakdown was scripted, but she broke down earlier than when she was supposed to. ... Tragically seven years to the day of his death Naya Rivera's (Santana) body was found after being missing for five days.

Is Naya Rivera dead?

Ventura County, California, United States Naya Rivera/Lieu de décès

What did Naya Rivera die from?

Drowning Naya Rivera/Cause de la mort Naya Rivera drowning: wrongful death lawsuit filed on behalf of Glee actor's son. A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed over the drowning of Glee actor Naya Rivera, who died in July while boating with her four-year-old son on a lake in California.

What song does Rachel sing when Finn dies?

Make You Feel My Love New Directions places drumsticks in Finn's memorial, where they meet Rachel Berry, who performs "Make You Feel My Love".

Did Naya Rivera die?

Ventura County, California, United States Naya Rivera/Lieu de décès

Who sang If I die young in Glee?

Glee Cast If I Die Young/Artistes

Why was Santana written off glee?

Naya Rivera 'written out of Glee's fifth season finale' following feud with co-star Lea Michele. Naya Rivera 'has been written out of Glee's fifth season finale' following her feud with co-star Lea Michele. PopWrapped owner Zachary Jaydon confirmed the news on Twitter Monday.