Fans mourn the passing of Mandisa, the American Idol alum and Grammy recipient, who passed away at 47
Mandisa dies at age 47
Mandisa, the renowned gospel singer, who won a Grammy award in 2014 for her album "Overcomer" in the category of best contemporary Christian music has passed away. The gospel singer was a contestant on the fifth season of American Idol back in 2006, landing in ninth place. After that, she made a name for herself in Christian music, achieving significant success. Her albums, like "What If We Were Real" in 2011, "Freedom" in 2009, and "True Beauty" in 2007, even got nominated for Grammys.
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During her time as a judge on American Idol in 2006, Paula Abdul described Mandisa as a "true beacon of light," according to a statement given to People magazine. Danny Gokey, another former Idol contestant, expressed being "devastated" in a post on X, formerly known as Twitter.
Mandisa's publicist confirmed to the PA news agency, "At this time, we do not know the cause of death or any further details," they added. "We ask for your prayers for her family and close-knit circle of friends during this incredibly difficult time."
'American Idol' star and Grammy winner Mandisa dies at age 47, take a look at the tributes:
First heard this song on 1Gospel in 2014 when I was so depressed & overwhelmed with life.
— Kange Terver (@Trinityter) April 20, 2024
This song became a companion cos it gave me hope again, it is my go-to till date.
Thank you Mandisa for availing yourself to be use by God to save souls #RIPMandisa pic.twitter.com/ufmKR9LCrG
#Mandisa #MandisaRemembered if you watch any vid today let it be this one! pic.twitter.com/75YO0nzoRB
— PJay❤️Ess❤️ (@gungirlnyc) April 20, 2024
In loving memory of my friend, @mandisaoffical …Life is short. Never waste the opportunity to share the love of Jesus. You never know when it will be their last.#TellSomebody #LifeIsShort #ShareLove #ShareJesus #NoRegrets #Mandisa #DannyGokey pic.twitter.com/FXRUdMWPH5
— Danny Gokey (@dannygokey) April 19, 2024
Rest In Peace to Mandisa may your soul rest in Peace 🕊️🕊️🕊️ pic.twitter.com/7s1loanSXj
— The Instigator (@Am_Blujay) April 20, 2024
I am so incredibly saddened to hear about the loss of my friend Mandisa. I will always cherish the memories of times we spent together hosting award shows, going on tour, and most of all helping her tell her story in the songwriting room. The first song she released after… pic.twitter.com/Xk04rdwxme
— Matthew West (@matthew_west) April 19, 2024
Mandisa opened up about her struggles with depression and grief in her memoir released in 2022 titled "Out of the Dark: My Journey Through The Shadows To Find God's Joy." In a statement on her Instagram page shared: "Mandisa was a voice of encouragement and truth to people facing life's challenges all around the world."
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