Doug Kiker’s cause of death has been disclosed one month after his shocking passing. The “American Idol” died from an accidental opioid overdose, the Denver Medical Examiner’s Office ...

・Doug Kiker, 32, became famous after singing Rascal Flatts‘ “Bless the Broken Road” on American Idol in 2020. ・His backstory was a big part of his audition episode.

Douglas Kiker, a contestant on Season 18 of American Idol, who brought judge Katy Perry to tears over his rendition of Rascal Flatts’ “Bless The Broken Road”, died Monday, March 10. 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. He was 32 years old.

Douglas Kiker, the garbage collector who touched hearts with his singing voice on “American Idol” has died, his family announced on social media. He was 32 years old.

Doug Kiker, 32, became famous after singing Rascal Flatts' "Bless the Broken Road" on American Idol in 2020. His backstory was a big part of his audition episode.