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.
‘American Idol’s' singing garbage man Doug Kiker dies
The man who wowed judges on “American Idol” and nicknamed the singing garbage man has died. Doug Kiker was 32. Kiker’s former fiancée Valerie Cook confirmed his death, as did his brother and mother, but an official cause of death was not released.
Popular American Idol alum Doug Kiker dies sudden, tragic death — tributes pour in
TMZ first reported that Doug, who was dubbed The Singing Garbage Man, was taken to the hospital after a concerned passerby walked by him on the street and his appearance prompted him to call 911. He died five days later. Doug, who was originally from Alabama, is survived by his ex-fiancée Valerie Cook and two children, as well as his siblings.
AMERICAN IDOL Alum Known as ‘The Singing Garbage Man’ Dies at 32
AMERICAN IDOL Season 18 contestant Douglas Kiker died Monday at the age of 32. “It is with a heavy heart that we
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 audition, in which he sang Rascal Flatts' "Bless the Broken Road,
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.
‘American Idol’ honors former contestant who died
Douglas Kiker, who was known as the “Singing Garbage Man” on “American Idol,” died at the age of 32, according to his family. “It is with a heavy heart that we have to announce the passing of my brother Douglas Kiker ," his sister Angela Evans wrote on Facebook Wednesday, March 12.
Viral ‘American Idol’ contestant dead at 32, family says
Douglas Kiker, the garbage collector who touched hearts with his singing voice on “American Idol” has died, his family announced on social media. He was 32 years old.
Douglas Kiker, the ‘Singing Garbage Man’ who wowed ‘American Idol’ judges, dies at 32
Doug Kiker of 'American Idol' fame is dead. The 'Singing Garbage Man' made it to Hollywood, was eliminated early, then came back to sing with Rascal Flatts.
‘American Idol’ Singing Garbage Man Doug Kiker Dead at 32
Doug Kiker, 32, became famous after singing Rascal Flatts ' "Bless the Broken Road" on American Idol in 2020. His backstory was a big part of his audition episode. He talked about singing from the back of his garbage truck and learned how to warm up from Ryan Seacrest.
Shocking Details Emerge After ‘American Idol’ Star Dies at 32
Doug Kiker, known for his appearance on American Idol Season 18, passed away at 32 after being rushed to the hospital. Kiker, who earned national recognition as “The Singing Garbage Man,” was found in a concerning state by a passerby in Denver.
‘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 ...
'American Idol' Alum Whose Audition Went Viral Dead at 32
Doug Kiker, the American Idol contestant whose audition went viral and was dubbed "The Singing Garbage Man," has died. He was ...