Mandisa Hundley's cause of death has been revealed nearly two months after the American Idol alum and GRAMMY winner died. Per an autopsy report obtained by People , Hundley -- who went by "just Mandisa" in her singing career -- died of complications of class III obesity at age 47. The report lists the singer's death as natural, says the star was found dead in her home by friends, and that she "was last known alive approximately three weeks" earlier.
The singer's publicist, Velvet Kelm, confirmed the sad news to ET on April 19, saying, "We can confirm that yesterday Mandisa was found in her home deceased. At this time, we do not know the cause of death or any further details. We ask for your prayers for her family and close-knit circle of friends during this incredibly difficult time.
" A post was shared to Mandisa's official Instagram page soon after the news broke out. "We can confirm that yesterday Mandisa was found in her home deceased. At this time we do not know the cause of death or any further details," the caption read.
"We ask for your prayers for her family and close knit circle of friends during this incredibly difficult time. Mandisa was a voice of encouragement and truth to people facing life’s challenges all around the world." American Idol's official Instagram page also paid homage to the late singer with a photo of her audition for the show.
"Mandisa was an adored icon on American Idol and in the music industry," the post read. "She had become a platinum-sell.
