American Idol star and Grammy winner Mandisa found dead at 47, police open investigation

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"Freedom," "It's Christmas," "What if We Were Real," "Out Of the Dark," and "Overcomer" were some of Mandisa's albums. "Overcomer: The Greatest Hits" was the sequel to "Overcomer."

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American Idol star and Grammy winner Mandisa found dead at 47, police open investigation

"Freedom," "It's Christmas," "What if We Were Real," "Out Of the Dark," and "Overcomer" were some of Mandisa's albums. "Overcomer: The Greatest Hits" was the sequel to "Overcomer."

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