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Douglas Kiker, Viral ‘American Idol’ Contestant Who Made Katy Perry Tear Up at Audition, Dies at 32


Doug Kiker, a contestant on 'American Idol' Season 18 who moved Katy Perry to tears in his audition, has died. He was 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. “It is with a heavy heart that we have to announce the passing of my brother Douglas Kiker,” wrote Evans. Your singing with the Angel’s now Bubba Please pray for our family as we go threw this very difficult time.”

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