'American Idol' alum, gospel singer Mandisa dead at 47
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Mandisa, a gospel singer and a contestant on the fifth season of "American Idol," has died at the age of 47, Fox News Digital can confirm.
At this time, it's unclear what caused the singer's death. Emily Trainham is an entertainment editor for Fox News Digital.
Mandisa competed on season five of "American Idol," which aired in 2006. She made it to the top nine in the music competition show, and a year later, she released her first full-length album, titled "True Beauty."
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