'American Idol' alum and Grammy winner Mandisa dies

Mandisa wowed connected play 5 of the singing contention amusement successful 2006.

Mandisa, who competed connected play 5 of "American Idol" and went connected to go a palmy Christian signaling artist, has died.

A rep for the vocalist confirmed to ABC News that Mandisa was recovered dormant successful her location connected April 18.

Mandisa performs during the Dove Awards Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2014, successful Nashville, Tenn.

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"At this clip we bash not cognize the origin of decease oregon immoderate further details," the rep stated. "We inquire for your prayers for her household and adjacent knit ellipse of friends during this incredibly hard time."

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