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Post by Dazzal on May 25, 2018 16:17:43 GMT -7
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Post by Flipe4u on Apr 19, 2024 12:39:01 GMT -7
'American Idol' alum and Grammy winner Mandisa dies at 47 Mandisa wowed on season 5 of the singing competition show in 2006. Mandisa, who competed on season 5 of "American Idol" and went on to become a successful Christian recording artist, has died. She was 47.
A rep for the singer confirmed to ABC News that Mandisa was found dead in her home on April 18. "At this time we do not know the cause of death or any further details," the rep stated. "We ask for your prayers for her family and close knit circle of friends during this incredibly difficult time."
Mandisa, born Mandisa Lynn Hundley, finished ninth on the "American Idol" season that was won by Taylor Hicks and also gave us Katharine McPhee, Chris Daughtry and Kellie Pickler.
After her time on Idol, Mandisa released her debut album, "True Beauty," in 2007. It debuted at #1 on Billboard's Top Christian Albums chart and received a Grammy nomination -- one of five nods she'd eventually receive.
In 2014, her album "Overcomer" won the Grammy for best contemporary Christian music album.
Mandisa's most recent album, "Out of the Dark," came out in 2017.
Article in full: abc7ny.com/mandisa-who-competed-on-season-5-of-american-idol-and-went-to-become-a-successful-christian-recording-artist-dies/14694895/
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Post by Dazzal on Apr 19, 2024 14:30:41 GMT -7
Flipe4u, that's sad. I remember her well, and a very nice voice.
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Post by Flipe4u on Apr 19, 2024 17:27:35 GMT -7
I was shocked to read this news. She was very grounded and religious, so I'm guessing it wasn't a drug overdose. Curious to see the cause. RIP Mandisa ♥
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