AMERICAN Idol host Ryan Seacrest has announced a planned musical tribute for the show’s alum Mandisa, who has died at age 47.
Mandisa was found dead in her Tennessee home on Friday morning.
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On tonight’s episode of American Idol, Ryan gave a message in memory of the star.
“Before we take a break, I’d like to take a moment to honor a beloved member of the Idol family that we unfortunately lost this week, Mandisa,” Ryan told the American Idol audience.
“She was an inspiration during her time on this program and beyond,” he said.
“We will celebrate her next week with a special musical tribute”, declared the presenter.
“Our hearts go out to her family and all those who, like us, call her a friend,” Ryan concluded.
Mandisa competed on American Idol in the fifth season in 2006.
After finishing in the top 10 on Idol, Mandisa released her debut album, True Beauty, in 2007.
After competing on Idol, Mandisa produced several studio albums and was nominated for five Grammy Awards.
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His 2013 album Overcomer won a grandfather for Best Contemporary Christian Music Album in 2014.
SAD LOSS
The cause of death has not been confirmed, but an investigation into the singer’s death is ongoing.
His representative made a statement confirming his death.
“We can confirm that yesterday Mandisa was found deceased in her home,” revealed the singer’s representative.
“At this time, we do not know the cause of death or any other details.
“We ask for your prayers for his family and close-knit circle of friends during this incredibly difficult time,” the statement concluded.
‘FIGHTS’
His colleague David Pierce, director of media at Christian radio network K-Love, issued a statement on X.
“Mandisa loved Jesus and used her unusually large platform to talk about Him at every turn,” David said.
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“His kindness was epic, his smile electric, his voice huge, but it was no match for the size of his heart.
“Mandisa struggled and was vulnerable enough to share this with us, which helped us talk about our own struggles.
“Mandisa’s struggles are over.
“She is with the God she sang about now.
“While we are sad, Mandisa is at home,” concluded David.
Mandisa has been open about her ongoing struggle with suicide, depression and weight.
While competing on American Idol, host Simon Cowell was criticized for making snide jokes about his weight.
The singer stated that she forgave his comments, but admitted that his comments hurt her feelings.
She lost 120 pounds after her time on the show, but was open to gaining it back when she lost her best friend to cancer.
Mandisa released her latest album, Out of the Dark, in 2017 in hopes of helping others who are going through a similar experience.
If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255), chat at 988lifeline.orgor text Crisis Text Line at 741741.
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