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Members of the American Idol family are speaking out to share tributes for Mandisa, who tragically passed away this week at the age of 47.
Mandisa got her big break on season five of Idol and she went on to become a Grammy-winning Christian Gospel singer.
A rep for the singer confirmed that Mandisa was found deceased in her home on Thursday (April 18) and an investigation into her death has been launched.
Mandisa‘s fellow season five contestants like Taylor Hicks and Katharine McPhee are speaking out to remember their friend.
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Taylor Hicks (via Twitter): “.@mandisaofficial was a power house vocalist on our season of Idol and it graduated to a wonderful career in gospel music. Better yet she was a power house person and all of us will miss her dearly.”
Katharine McPhee (via Instagram Stories): “She was my building light all through idol and my first tour. She kept all of us grounded. She was the most amazing Godly woman with the biggest heart. Sang at my first wedding and brought everyone to tears. Heaven just gained an angel. Heartbroken over this. Fly high, friend. I’ll remember you forever.”
Paris Bennett (via Instagram): “Mandisa bugging you and movie nights in your hotel room Lisa and I…. Man your laugh and the best hugs ever!! I so appreciate the light you shared with all of us. I will miss you
One of Amy Winehouse‘s close friends is reacting to the new movie based on her life.
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