Mandisa, the renowned "American Idol" alum and Grammy-winning Christian vocalist, passes away at the age of 47.

Grammy-winning Christian vocalist Mandisa, who rose to fame on "American Idol," was discovered deceased at her Nashville residence on Thursday. She was 47.

Her representative verified to The Tennessean, "Yesterday, Mandisa was found deceased at her home. The cause of death remains unknown, and further details are pending. We request your prayers for her family and close friends during this challenging period."

K-Love, the Christian radio network, paid tribute to the gospel and contemporary Christian singer see more