Grammy award winning singer and former American Idol contestant Mandisa has died at the age of 47.
The singer competed on the fifth season of the show, finishing in ninth place. After that, she went on to have a celebrated career in Christian music.
Her cause of death is unknown.
'Even more than her music, the Platinum-selling singer will forever be known for her huge heart and sincerity,' Christian radio station K-Love said in a statement announcing her passing.
The singer competed on the fifth season of the show, finishing in ninth place. After that, she went on to have a celebrated career in Christian music