The reason behind the sudden death of American Idol singer Mandisa is finally out. The 47-year-old Grammy winner who cemented herself as a terrific force in the genre of Christian music died on April 18, 2024, igniting an outpouring of sorrow from her fans. Here are all the details you need to know about Mandisa’s cause of death.
What was Mandisa’s cause of death?
Mandisa died due to class III obesity, a medical condition characterized by a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or higher.
According to People Magazine, the cause of death was confirmed in the autopsy report of the singer. The autopsy report also stated that Mandisa “was last known alive approximately three weeks” before her sudden passing on April 18.
Mandisa’s cause of death has shocked fans worldwide as it was something the singer was working on. According to the Tennessean, the singer was adamant about working on her weight. She had previously shared how she resorted to food as her “comfort” when dealing with mental health struggles. Mandisa even documented her weight loss milestones on her website. According to the last note on her website, the singer had a “remarkable 100-pound weight loss.”
Confirming her death to People Magazine on April 19, a source said, “We can confirm that yesterday Mandisa was found in her home deceased.” He further said, “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 shot to fame after her run on American Idol in 2005. Though she did not win the competition, she proved her caliber by clenching the number-one spot on the Christian albums chart with her first project. Following Mandisa’s passing, the contestants of American Idol Season 22 paid their respects to her on the show.
