American Idol star Doug Kiker dead at 32 as family issues heartbreaking statement

American Idol alum Doug Kiker has passed away at the age of 32 on Monday, but a cause of death has yet to be revealed, TMZ reported on Thursday. 

The singer – who was also known as ‘The Singing Garbage Man’ – previously appeared on the competition show during its 18th season and audition with Rascal Flatts’ Bless the Broken Road.

His ex-fiancée Valerie Cook confirmed his shock death, as well as family members including his sister Angela and brother William. 

In a post on social media, Angela heartbreakingly revealed that Kiker’s passing was ‘unexpected and his loved ones were ‘completely unprepared.’ 

A GoFundMe page has also been made to help with the ‘difficult task of bringing him home and covering funeral expenses.’ 

Doug was also father to two children that he shared with his ex Valerie – and she told TMZ that she ‘hates’ that their daughters have lost their father. 

American Idol alum Doug Kiker has passed away at the age of 32 on Monday, but a cause of death has yet to be revealed, TMZ reported on Thursday