The man who wowed judges on “American Idol” and nicknamed the singing garbage man has died. Doug Kiker was 32. Kiker’s former ...

“American Idol” alum Doug Kiker sparked concern for his health and safety when a worried good Samaritan saw the singer ...

Doug Kiker, the American Idol singer, rose to fame with his raw talent but faced struggles before his tragic passing at 32.

Douglas Kiker, who was known as the “Singing Garbage Man” on “American Idol,” died at the age of 32, according to his family.

Kiker’s former fiancée Valerie Cook confirmed his death, as did his brother and mother, but an official cause of death was not released. The family said on GoFundMe that his death was ...