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Grammy Award winning Christian singer Mandisa found dead, 47

NASHVILLE, TN – Grammy Award winning, Christian singer Mandisa was found dead at her home in Nashville, TN on Thursday according to statements by her family.

Mandisa On the red carpet at the 49th annual Dove awards in Lipscomb University in Nashville Tennessee on October 16, 2018. – Photo Credit: Marty Jean-Louis

Her father confirmed her death to TMZ … telling hem her death was unexpected and a total shock to the family. There were no known health issues prior to her passing, and her cause of death is not currently known.

Mandisa found success as a Gospel singer in the years after ‘Idol,’ winning a Grammy Award in 2014 for her album, “Overcomer.”

She has been praised Mandisa for her incredible talent and big heart in the hours following her death.

She had previously opened up about her mental health struggles, telling ABC News in 2017 that she had contemplated suicide before. However, it’s not clear whether her past battle with depression is related to her death.

praised Mandisa for her incredible talent and big heart in the hours following her death.

David Pierce, Christian radio station K-Love’s Chief Media Officer, said … “Her kindness was epic, her smile electric, her voice massive, but it was no match for the size of her heart. Mandisa struggled, and she was vulnerable enough to share that with us, which helped us talk about our own struggles.”

He poignantly added, “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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