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

Doug Kiker, who was originally from Mobile, Alabama, was the father of two kids, whom he shared with Valerie Cook, his former fiancée. Kiker, who belonged to a working-class background, was a garbage ...

During season 18 of “American Idol,” Doug Kiker became a fan favorite when he drove then-judge Katy Perry to tears with his ...

Douglas Kiker's inspiring American Idol journey was cut short, but his voice and story will live on after his tragic passing ...

American Idol season 18 contestant Douglas Kiker, who was known as the singing Garbage Man during his season, struggled after ...

Douglas Kiker, the "American Idol" contestant known as the "Singing ... As the judges hugged him one by one, Katy Perry wiped ...

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

Kiker was a contestant on ‘American Idol’ in season 18 and notably brought former judge Katy Perry to tears during his ...

Doug Kiker, a former American Idol contestant deemed the “Singing Garbage Man, ” died on Monday (March 10), TMZ reports. He ...

American Idol is one of the most popular shows in the United States with millions of viewers. In that show, a guy from Alabama became famous for moving one of the judges, Katy Perry, with his voice.

During season 18 of “American Idol,” Doug Kiker became a fan favorite when he drove then-judge Katy Perry to tears with ... the passing of my brother, Douglas Kiker. He was sooo loved and ...