‘American Idol’ alum Mandisa’s death still being investigated, police say

(WFLA) — Police in Tennessee are continuing to investigate the death of “American Idol” contestant Mandisa Hundley.

The Franklin Police Department said Mandisa was found dead inside a home on Beamon Drive in Franklin on Thursday, April 18. She was 47.

Police said the singer’s death was not the result of suspicious or criminal activity. However, they have not released her cause of death.

“The Franklin Police Department sends its condolences to Hundley’s family, friends, and fans,” the police department said.

Mandisa’s representative confirmed her death on Friday.

“We can confirm that yesterday Mandisa was found in her home deceased,” the statement read, via People. “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 started her career as a member of the Fisk Jubilee Singers. She was a contestant on the fifth season of “American Idol,” finishing in ninth place.

Her 2013 album, “Overcomer,” won a Grammy for “Best Contemporary Christian Music Album.”

“Mandisa loved Jesus, and she used her unusually extensive platform to talk about Him at every turn. Her kindness was epic, her smile electric, her voice massive, but it was no match for the size of her heart,” said David Pierce, K-LOVE Chief Media Officer. “Mandisa struggled, and she was vulnerable enough to share that with us, which helped us talk about our own struggles. Mandisa’s struggles are over. She is with the God she sang about now. While we are saddened, Mandisa is home. We’re praying for Mandisa’s family and friends and ask you to join us.”

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