Mandisa, Grammy-Winning Singer And 'American Idol' Alum, Dead At 47
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"Her kindness was epic, her smile electric, her voice massive," a radio executive said.
Mandisa, the Grammy-winning Christian-music singer and “American Idol” alum, has died, her rep told HuffPost on Friday. She was 47.
“We can confirm that yesterday Mandisa was found in her home deceased,” the rep said. “At this time, we do not know the cause of death or any further details. We ask for your prayers for her family and close-knit circle of friends during this incredibly difficult time.”
Mandisa won a Grammy in 2014 for her album “Overcomer” in the best contemporary Christian album category. She was nominated for four other Grammys.
Before she forged a career in spiritual music, the Nashville, Tennessee-based performer wowed the judges on “American Idol” in 2006. She sang Alicia Keys’ “Fallin’” for her audition and quickly generated a chorus of “yes” votes from Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson.
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