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update: Law enforcement sources tell me TMZ, who was walking through Denver, thought Kiker was experiencing a drug overdose while passersby were worried about his happiness and calling it 911. Kiker was rushed to the hospital, but died five days later.
Doug Kikkar, who appeared in season 18 of “American Idol,” has passed away. He was 32 years old.
His ex-fiance Valerie Cook confirmed it news To TMZ. She emphasized how heartbroken she was at the loss of her father.
According to the site, Kiker’s official cause of death has not been determined.
Doug’s family also praised him on Facebook.
His sister, Angela Evans I wrote it“It’s heartwarming to have to announce the death of our brother. Douglas Kicker He is so loved and missed by many! Your song with the Angels Now Baba pray for our family when we throw this extremely difficult time. ”
Another sister, Donna Kicker Carillos Ramirez; Posted“Today I got a call saying no one wants to get it. I lost a great person today. He had the biggest smile and knew how to make you laugh. I know I didn’t raise him, but I didn’t stop loving him. My parents did a great job with him. Douglas Kicker You will be missed forever. Fly high. Tell your grandma a bit. ”
Family will also be set up gofundme With an account to raise funds for his funeral expenses, he calls him “the most sincere soul and the most cheerful man.”
Kikar is known as the singing garbage man, and after singing Rascal Flat’s “Blessing the Broken Path,” Katy Perry shed tears. Please watch the audition here.
