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American Idol Contestant Doug Kiker Dead

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. He was 32. Kiker's sister, Angela Evans, broke the news in an emotional Facebook post on Wednesday.

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Viral ‘American Idol’ Contestant Doug Kiker (The Rascal Flatts Singing Garbage Man) Dead At 32

Sadly, it’s been reported that Doug Kiker passed away this past Monday. The singer’s ex-fiancée, Valerie Cook, told TMZ that the “Singing Garbage Man” had died, and that she was heartbroken that her kids had lost their father. As for Kiker’s cause of death, that has yet to be revealed.

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Doug Kiker, singing garbage man who made Katy Perry cry on ‘American Idol,’ dead at 32

During season 18 of “American Idol,” Doug Kiker became a fan favorite when he drove then-judge Katy Perry to tears with his audition. While standing in front of Perry, and fellow judges Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie, Kiker sang Rascal Flatts’ “Bless This Broken Road.” It was the first time he had ever sang in front of people, NBC News reports.

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‘American Idol’ alum Doug Kiker was hospitalized days before death after concerned stranger called 911

“American Idol” alum Doug Kiker sparked concern for his health and safety when a worried good Samaritan saw the singer ...

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Doug Kiker, ‘American Idol’ Season 18 Contestant and ‘Singing Garbage Man,’ Dies at 32

Doug Kiker, who was dubbed the “Singing Garbage Man” after a stunning audition during Season 18 of “American Idol,” died Wednesday at age 32. No cause of death has been shared. His 2020 ...

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