American gospel musician, Mandisa Lynn Hundley, widely known as Mandisa, who rose to fame on season five of “American Idol,” has died.
The contemporary Christian recording artist reportedly died on Thursday, April 18 at the age of 47, her representative said Friday.
“We can confirm that yesterday Mandisa was found in her home deceased,” her representative said in a statement. “At this time we do not know the cause of death or any further details.”
“We ask for your prayers for her family and close knit circle of friends during this incredibly difficult time. Mandisa was a voice of encouragement and truth to people facing life’s challenges all around the world” the statement concluded.
Born and raised in Citrus Heights, California, Mandisa studied music in college before auditioning for Idol in 2005. She shot to stardom after placing ninth on American Idol
After she was eliminated from the from the contest, Mandisa released her debut album, “True Beauty”, in 2007. The project debuted at No. 1 on the Top Christian Albums charts, a historic feat that made Mandisa the first new female artist ever to debut on the top of the chart’s 27-year history.
Mandisa won a Grammy for Best Contemporary Christian Music Album in 2014 for her album “Overcomer”
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