Douglas Kiker, the "American Idol" contestant known as the "Singing Garbage Man," has died, his sisters announced this week.

Doug Kiker’s cause of death has been disclosed one month after his shocking passing. The “American Idol” died from an ...

According to TMZ, Kiker died from an opioid overdose. Citing the City and County of Denver Medical Examiner's Office, Kiker ...

Douglas Kiker reportedly looked unwell before an ambulance picked him up in early March. It seems a pedestrian called 911 and said he appeared to be overdosing.

“[You’re] singing with the Angel’s now Bubba Please pray for our family as we go [through] this very difficult time.” Donna Kiker Carrillos ... “The Singing Garbage Man” thanks to ...

American Idol star Doug Kilner was 32 years old when he died. His family announced the news in March and said they were ...

During season 18 of “American Idol,” Doug Kiker became a fan favorite ... you’re a (heck) of a man.” The Alabama native, known as the singing garbage man, was given the ticket to Hollywood ...

Languages: English. American Idol fans are mourning the loss of Douglas Kiker, the "Singing Garbage Man" spotlighted in Season 18. "It is with a heavy heart that we have to announce the passing of ...

Doug Kiker, the Alabama native dubbed the "Singing Garbage Man" during his audition for season ... we have to announce the passing of my brother Douglas Kiker," Evans shared on Facebook.

The singer died from the combined toxic effects of fentanyl, methadone, and amphetamines, along with recent cocaine use ...