Mandisa, a Christian singer and songwriter of “Overcomer”, died at her home in Tennessee on April 18, 2024, at the age of 47.
Early Life
Mandisa was born in California on October 2, 1976. [1] Although she went by Mandisa, her full name was Mandisa Lynn Hundley.
Awards
One of her more famous songs is “Overcomer.” In 2013, she won a Grammy in the best contemporary Christian music album category for that song. In 2011, she won a Grammy for “What If We Were Real.” In 2009, she won a Grammy for “Freedom,” and in 2007 for “True Beauty.” [2]
Other Singers’ Comments
Other Christian singers and announcers have made several comments about Mandisa. Matthew West said that he was “incredibly saddened to hear about the loss.” [3] David Pierce, K-Love’s chief media officer, said, “Her kindness was epic, her smile electric, her voice massive, but it was no match for the size of her heart.” [4] Danny Gokey said that he was “devastated to hear about the sudden loss of Mandisa.” [5]
Devastated to hear about the sudden loss of Mandisa. Her joy was infectious & I loved her heart to encourage people on & off stage! When I made my debut in Christian music she was my greatest supporter. Mandisa you left too soon—our community will never be the same without you. pic.twitter.com/GNASOaFDxL
— Danny Gokey (@dannygokey) April 19, 2024
Notes:
- ^Mandisa dies; Christian music singer and ‘Idol’ star was 47 (go back ↩)
- ^Grammy-winning American Idol star Mandisa dies aged 47 (go back ↩)
- ^Grammy-winning American Idol star Mandisa dies aged 47 (go back ↩)
- ^Mandisa dies; Christian music singer and ‘Idol’ star was 47 (go back ↩)
- ^Danny Gokey on X (go back ↩)
