Douglas Kiker, a former American Idol contestant best known as ‘The Singing Garbage Man’ has sadly died aged 32. Kiker appeared on the singing competition in 2020 during the 18th season of the show. The singer auditioned with Rascal Flatts’ Bless the Broken Road and memorably brought judge Katy Perry to tears with his voice,

Doug Kiker, who gained fame as "The Singing Garbage Man" on American Idol, has died at age 32, family members confirmed Monday.

American Idol' contestant Doug Kiker has died. He was 32. The singing competition alum's family confirmed his death on Facebook. Doug, known as 'The Singing Garbage Man,' brought judge Katy Perry to tears with his rendition of Rascal Flatts' 'Bless the Broken Road' during his audition for season 18 in 2019.