American Idol star who wowed Katy Perry dies aged 32

Doug Kiker, “American Idol” Contestant Who Moved Katy Perry to Tears, Dies at 32: 'You Will Be Forever Missed'
The former contestant, who worked as a garbage collector, wowed judge Perry with his rendition of Rascal Flatts' "God Bless This Broken Road"
Douglas Kiker, Viral ‘American Idol' Contestant Who Made Katy Perry Tear Up at Audition, Dies at 32
Douglas Kiker, a contestant on "American Idol" Season 18 who memorably moved series judge Katy Perry to tears with his audition performance, has died. He was 32 years old. Kiker's sisters, Angela Evans and Donna Kiker Carrillos-Ramirez,
American Idol contestant Doug Kiker, who once made Katy Perry cry, tragically dies at just 32
Doug Kiker, who touched viewers' hearts during Season 18 of the popular singing competition, died unexpectedly in Denver, Colorado, according to social media posts from relatives. His ex-fiancée, Valerie Cook,
Doug Kiker, ‘American Idol' Contestant Known as ‘The Singing Garbage Man,' Dies at 32
American Idol contestant Doug Kiker has died at age 32. The singer's sister, Angela Evans, shared the news with a Facebook post on Wednesday, writing, "It is with a heavy heart that we have to announce the passing of my brother Douglas Kiker.
‘American Idol’ Contestant Doug Kiker Dead at 32
American Idol alum Doug Kiker, 32, has died. The news was confirmed on social media by his family. Fans may recognize him as "The Singing Garbage Man."
American Idol star who wowed Katy Perry dies aged 32 as family issue tragic statement
Singer Doug Kiker, who appeared on American Idol in 2020 and left judge Katy Perry in tears with his talent, has sadly died ages just 32, with his family confirming his passing
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