Mandisa: American Idol singer dies aged 47


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BBC— Tributes are being paid to the gospel singer who won a Grammy in 2014 for her record Overcomer.

WKBN.com—Mandisa, Grammy-winning singer and ‘American Idol’ alum, dies at 47. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Mandisa, a contemporary Christian singer who appeared on “American Idol” and won a Grammy for her 2013 album ‘Overcomer’, has died. She was 47. A representative for the singer told The Associated Press that the singer was found dead in her home in Nashville, Tennessee, on Thursday. The representative said the []

The Source—Grammy Winner and ‘American Idol’ Singer Mandisa’s Sudden Death at age 47 Still Under Investigation. American Idol alum Mandisa, who suddenly passed away at 47 is still under investigation by the Franklin Police Department. They framed it as they are “continuing to investigate” her death in a statement on Monday. The singer, whose real name is Mandisa Hundley, is a native of California but passed away at her home in […] The post Grammy Winner and ‘American Idol’ Singer Mandisa’s Sudden Death at age 47 Still Under Investigation first appeared on The Source.

Daily Mail—American Idol star Mandisa is honored with an emotional tribute performance during the show after her shock death at age 47. She first rose to fame as a contestant on season five of the competition series in 2006, ultimately finishing in ninth place. Mandisa then enjoyed an acclaimed career in Christian music, winning a Grammy.