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    Mandisa, a gospel singer who kicked off her singing career as a contestant on "American Idol," has died. She was 47. Mandisa's father, John Hundley, confirmed her passing to Fox News Digital, saying that her death was a total shock. At this time, it's unclear what caused the singer's death. 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...

  • ‘American Idol’ alum and Grammy winner Mandisa dead at 47

    The "American Idol" alum, whose full name was Mandisa Hundley, died at her home in Nashville, Tenn., on Thursday.

  • Mandisa, Grammy award-winning ‘American Idol’ alum, dead at 47

    Soulful gospel artist Mandisa, a Grammy-winning singer who got her start as a contestant on “American Idol” in 2006, has died, according to a statement on her verified social media. She was 47. “We can confirm that yesterday Mandisa was found in her home deceased. At this time we do not know the cause of death or any further details,” the post reads. “We ask for your prayers for her family and close knit circle of friends during this incredibly difficult time. Mandisa was a voice of...