Doug Kiker of 'American Idol' fame is dead. The 'Singing Garbage Man' made it to Hollywood, was eliminated early, then came back to sing with Rascal Flatts.

Doug Kiker, known as "The Singing Garbage Man," reportedly died from an accidental opioid overdose. The "American Idol" alum was 32.

Doug Kiker, who memorably auditioned for the singing competition in 2020, has tragically died at the age of 32, his ex-fiancée, Valerie Cook, has confirmed.

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. Kiker’s sisters ...

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.

Douglas Kiker you will live forever in our hers. I miss you soooo.” Kiker’s brother William also shared a heartfelt message on Facebook.

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. Kiker’s sisters ...

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 my brother Douglas ...

Douglas Kiker, an American Idol contestant who brought judge Katy Perry to tears during his audition, died Monday at the age of 32.

Douglas Kiker, the "American Idol" contestant known as the "Singing Garbage Man," has died, his sisters announced this week. He was 32.