Mandisa, the Grammy-winning Christian singer and star of “American Idol,” passes away at the age of 47.

Mandisa, the Grammy-winning Christian singer and star of “American Idol,” passes away at the age of 47. Christian singer Mandisa, who won a Grammy and debuted on “American Idol,” was discovered dead in her Nashville home on Thursday. Her age was 47.

“We can confirm that Mandisa was found deceased in her home yesterday,” her representative told The Tennessean, a local publication. We are currently unaware of the cause of death or any further information. We humbly request your prayers during this extremely trying time for her family and close-knit circle of friends.

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The gospel and contemporary Christian vocalist was also honored by the Christian radio network K-Love.

David Pierce, chief media officer of K-Love, commented, “Mandisa loved Jesus, and she used her unusually extensive platform to talk about Him at every turn.” Her voice was enormous, her smile electric, and her generosity epic, yet none of it could compare to the enormity of her heart.

We were able to discuss our own issues with Mandisa since she was open and honest about her struggles. Mandisa is now with the God she sang about, and her hardships are behind her. We are sorry, but Mandisa is at home. We invite you to join us in praying for Mandisa’s family and friends.

The singer, whose real name is Mandisa Lynn Hundley, tried out for Season 5 of “American Idol” in 2005 and quickly rose to the top of the program when it debuted the following year.

She made it to the top nine competitors before losing. She performed singles such as “I’m Every Woman,” “I Don’t Hurt Anymore,” “Don’t You Worry ‘Bout a Thing,” “Any Man of Mine,” “Shackles (Praise You),” and many more during her tenure.

Following her success on “American Idol,” Mandisa released her debut album, “True Beauty,” in 2007. It made its debut at No. 43 on the Billboard 200 and at the top of Billboard’s Christian album chart—a first for a female performer. “Only the World,” her album’s lead track, peaked at No. 2 on the hot singles list before rising to No. 1 in its second week.

“It’s Christmas” (2008), “Freedom” (2009), “What if We Were Real” (2011), “Overcomer” (2013), “Out of the Dark” (2017), and a greatest hits album in 2020 were among her other releases.

She was nominated for Grammys in two categories: contemporary Christian music album (What if We Were Real) and best pop/current gospel album (True Beauty and Freedom).

At last, “Overcomer” brought her a trophy for a contemporary Christian album and a nomination for gospel/contemporary Christian performance for the album’s lead single.

Mandisa, along with Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, Jennifer Hudson, and Tori Kelly, was one of only five “American Idol” alumni to win a Grammy.

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