Grammy-winning singer and “American Idol” star Mandisa was discovered dead in her house

Soulful gospel songstress Mandisa, a luminary Grammy laureate who commenced her illustrious journey as a contender on the prestigious platform of “American Idol” in 2006, has transcended, as per an announcement on her authenticated social media platform. She reached the age of 47.

“It is with solemn hearts that we confirm the departure of Mandisa, discovered lifeless in her abode yesterday. Presently, the cause of her passing and further particulars elude us,” the communication delineates. “In this exceedingly arduous juncture, we beseech your reverent thoughts for her kindred and intimate confidants. Mandisa served as a beacon of solace and veracity to individuals confronting life’s trials across the globe.”

Mandisa made her domicile in Nashville, as reported by The Tennessean. CNN has endeavored to reach her spokesperson for commentary.

Conceived as Mandisa Lynn Hundley in Citrus Heights, California, she commenced her vocal voyage within the precincts of the church. Music burgeoned into an indispensable facet of her existence.

She pursued studies in vocal jazz at American River College in Sacramento, California, before enrolling at Fisk University in Nashville, where she adorned the celebrated ensemble of the Fisk University Jubilee singers.

In 2005, she endeavored an audition for “American Idol” and ascended as a contender in the fifth installment of the melodic contest, which aired in 2006.

Even in the company of her cohorts, among whom were Katherine McPhee, Kellie Pickler, Chris Daughtry, and the eventual victor, Taylor Hicks, Mandisa distinguished herself by virtue of her resounding vocal prowess and luminous demeanor.

Her expulsion from the apex ten echelons of the competition failed to thwart her pursuit of professional aspirations. Mandisa proceeded to unveil her inaugural opus, “True Beauty,” in 2007. It premiered atop Billboard’s Top Christian Albums chart, securing Mandisa’s inaugural Grammy nominations.

Subsequently, five more opuses graced the melodic landscape: “It’s Christmas” in 2008; “Freedom” in 2009; “What If We Were Real” in 2011; “Overcomer” in 2013; and “Out of the Dark” in 2017.

“Overcomer” clinched the Grammy for the best contemporary Christian music album in 2014.

Amidst triumphs, there also loomed tribulations that tested her faith. As per Mandisa’s website, “After the entreaties of multitudes proved futile in halting her dearest companion’s succumbing to cancer, Mandisa retreated, grappled with the Divine, and plunged into profound despondency.”

“To be candid, that wasn’t the trajectory I envisaged. I felt disillusioned with the Divine,” she articulated regarding the demise of her confidante Kisha. “I was incensed because, whilst I beseeched for her, I harbored the conviction that the Divine would heal her. I’m not inclined towards casting aspersions at the Lord or engaging in vociferations. I merely withdrew and sought solace anew in sustenance.”

Mandisa chronicled her struggles with mental well-being in her 2022 memoir, “Out of the Dark: My Odyssey Through the Abyss to Unearth God’s Jubilation,” harboring the aspiration of aiding others.

“I aspire to embolden those individuals who may harbor a loved one grappling with a mental health predicament,” she espoused in an interview shared on Instagram in 2022. “Do not surmise that even if your missives remain unreciprocated, they remain unheard.”