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American Idol Alum Douglas Kiker Dead at 32

Doug Kiker, known as the 'Singing Garbage Man' from American Idol, has died at the age of 32, as confirmed by his sisters, Angela Evans and Donna Kiker Carrillos-Ramirez, in Facebook posts.
Kiker's ex-fiancée, Valerie Cook, mentioned that he died on Monday, while the official cause of death remains unknown.
A GoFundMe page has been established by Kiker's sister, Donna Kiker Carrillos-Ramirez, to help cover funeral costs, with $3,968 raised so far towards a $4,500 goal.
Evans expressed on Facebook that Kiker was 'soo loved and will be missed by so many!' and asked for prayers during this difficult time.

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Toronto Sun

Doug Kiker, ‘American Idol’ hopeful who made Katy Perry cry, dead at 32

Doug Kiker, an American Idol contestant who went viral after he became known as the "Singing Garbage Man," has died at age 32.

6 hours ago·Toronto, Canada

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NBC News

Doug Kiker, singing garbage man who wowed 'America Idol' judges, dies at 32

Doug Kiker, the garbage collector turned musician who moved Katy Perry to tears on "American Idol," has died, his family announced.

6 hours ago·United States

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Newsweek

'American Idol' fans mourn viral contestant after his death at 32

The singer's viral audition during Season 18 of the singing competition left judge Katy Perry in tears. His sisters confirmed his death on social media.

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WLTReport

'Completely Unexpected': Popular 'American Idol' Contestant Dies Suddenly At Age 32

Friends, relatives, and fans of a standout contestant during Season 18 of “American Idol” expressed their thoughts after learning of his death this week. Doug Kiker was just 32 when he died unexpectedly, as his sister, Angela Evans, confirmed via social media. The Daily Caller provided additional details: A GoFundMe page created by Evans said the family needed financial assistance to see him laid to rest. Kiker’s rendition of Rascal Flatts’ “Ble…

7 hours ago

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Just the News

American Idol alum who went viral as the 'Singing Garbage Man' dies at age 32

Douglas Kiker, who was on season 18 of American Idol, was known as the "Singing Garbage Man" because of his job as a garbage collector in Mobile, Alabama. His cause of death is still under investigation.

20 hours ago·Washington, United States

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