An autopsy confirmed “American Idol” star, Mandisa, died from “complications of class III obesity.”
The Grammy award-winning singer rose to fame in 2006, on season 5 of “American Idol,” after finishing in 9th place on the competitive reality competition show. The autopsy noted that Mandisa was pronounced dead on April 18, after her friends discovered her body at her Nashville home, in a state of decomposition, according to TMZ. Emergency medical services arrived on scene and pronounced the star deceased at the age of 47. Mandisa reportedly weighed 488 pounds at the time of her death.
“American Idol” Season 5 -Top 9 Finalist, Mandisa Hundley, 29, from Antioch, Tennessee *EXCLUSIVE* ***Exclusive*** (Photo by Ray Mickshaw/WireImage)
The autopsy report indicated that in spite of the fact that Mandisa’s body was located while in a state of decomposition, they were able to conduct a thorough autopsy to determine her cause of death. The report noted there were no signs of obvious trauma to the star’s neck, according to TMZ.
Toxicology tests were also run and the results showed nothing abnormal. The manner of death was therefore ruled as “natural,” according to TMZ.
“American Idol” Season 5 -Top 20 Finalist, Mandisa Hundley, 29, of Antioch, Tennessee *EXCLUSIVE* ***Exclusive*** (Photo by Jason Merritt/FilmMagic for Fox Television Network)
The report included information about Mandisa’s past medical records, which demonstrated a history of ulcerative colitis, a sleeve gastrectomy and obesity.
The famous singer had been forthcoming about her struggles with mental health in advance of her death and admitted she had previously contemplated suicide. However, it was determined that mental health issues were not a factor in her death, according to TMZ.
Mandisa saw great success in the faith-based music community and went on to win the Best Contemporary Christian Grammy for her 2014 hit single, “Overcomer,” according to TMZ. (RELATED: ‘General Hospital’ Star Johnny Wactor’s Cause Of Death Revealed)
Fans, friends and loved ones were reeling at the news of her passing, and have been sharing fond memories of the star on social media.
