Cookies collect information about your preferences and your device and are used to make the site work as you expect it to, to understand how you interact with the site, and to show advertisements that are targeted to your interests. During the last few weeks of his life, he was going between friends homes, rehab facilities, psychiatric wards, and hotels. Cause of death: Injuries suffered in a car crash in Studio City, California at age 31. I didnt do anything, she said of the suspected suicide. His death came after he suffered a leg injury. The Mob Wives star lost her battle to cancer at the age of 55 after being diagnosed last year with stage 4 brain cancer and undergoing several surgeries. According to reports, he was driving eastbound on Interstate 24 in a 2019 Jeep Cherokee when he went off the road and crashed into the back of a tractor trailer that was stopped on the shoulder around 4 p.m. local time. And now, the Idol judge claims that it was not the first time the troubled woman had attempted to take her own life near Paulas home. It was tumultuous, for me.. Her mother had reported her missing, directing officers to Abduls neighborhood and expressing fears Goodspeed was suicidal. We send our condolences to his loved ones.". Over the last three years since Goodspeed was dismissed from her disastrous Idol audition with derisive comments from judges Simon Cowell and Randy Jackson Abdul has received more than 100 letters, numerous phone calls and uninvited visits from Goodspeed, the source says. Simon is critical to the show in representing how hard it is to make it in the business, but there is a fine line with constructive criticism, and thats what we always battle about, Paula said. Five months later, Fiore's body was discovered, badly beaten, missing teeth and fingertips, and stuffed inside a suitcase left in a dumpster in an alley in Buena Park, Calif. She was identified by the serial numbers on her breast implants. Abdul claimed that despite her pleas with the programme's producers not to allow Goodspeed to audition, they ignored her, insisting it would be 'entertaining'. "It was devastating and tragic, and there aren't enough feelings that I can articulate without getting into a whole plethora of things," Abdul said in an exclusive interview today on "Good Morning America. ", "Idol" judge Simon Cowell made fun of Goodspeed's braces. Heres my new cell number.. Shain Gandee, the 21-year-old star of MTV's Buckwild was discovered dead, along with his uncle and one other person, in a car found in a remote area of Sissonville, West Virginia, on April 1, 2013. One of the first American Idol contestants, Nikki McKibbin died from a brain aneurysm on Oct. 28, 2020, as reported by her husband, Craig Sadler, and their family. Im like, a really big fan. I do this for me, but not only for me, Spence said at his audition in San Diego. That's like a bridge.". An obsessed fan of American Idol and star Paula Abdul, Paula Goodspeed had her first name legally changed to that of her hero. "She lived with me and she was my roommate.". Thats about it, says the niece. Today Abdul said that was Cowell's way of piling on. Country star Mindy McCready appeared on Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew in 2009, in which her struggles with addiction were documented. It was a tough pill to swallow. Corey Cesare is Talent Recap's Managing Editor and featured YouTube Host. The group was called Green Force Five. Speaking on U.S. daytime TV show The View on Monday, Abdul said she had been able to maintain a distance between herself and Goodspeed until American Idol provided a platform for the two to meet in late 2005. The notoriously harsh Simon Cowell even loved it, telling Johns,"I thought that was a very good audition, Michael. He was doing some shallow water shots for his daughter Bindi's TV show, Bindi the Jungle Girl, when a stingray pierced his chest with its tail spine. Paula Goodspeed did not make it past the auditions in Season 5. Cohen auditioned again in Season 8, attempting to sing Like a Prayer by Madonna. [UPDATING LIVE BLOG], Is 'SNL' new tonight (April 29, 2023)? He was consumed by depression, skipping doctor appointments, going on drug binges. All Rights Reserved. Drugs and alcohol were involved. Goodspeed auditioned for "American Idol" in 2005 and her off-key rendition of "Proud Mary" was ridiculed by judges. Mom Drove Wife and Kids Off Cliff, the 'Hart Family Murders' Remain Chilling, Katy Perry Breaks Down, Calls for Gun Control as School Shooting Survivor Auditions for 'American Idol', Paying Tribute to the Celebrities Who Have Died in 2023. I am deeply shocked and saddened at what transpired yesterday, Abdul said in a statement. Raiola had been a main character on the VH1 show since 2012. All they want to do is make a successful show. He was 36 years old. It must have gone crazy.'. Cause of death: When she was 42 years old, McKibbin suffered an aneurysm. Cause of death: Died from a rare form of endometrial cancer at age 32. Johns left behind a wife, Stacey, whom he married in 2007, and a legion of fans and admirers, includingCowell, whotweeted,"A truly great guy. The flower thing was really scary Paula [Abdul] really couldnt handle that. Its just a sad situation all around., Reporting by JENNIFER GARCIA, LIZA HAMM and KEN LEE. She died in her car, parked outside Abdul's home in Sherman Oaks, California. How we set up for hours in our room in the Idol Mansion talking and listening to music. American Idol judge Paula Abdul has blasted the show's producers for allowing obsessed fan Paula Goodspeed to audition, knowing she was stalking the singer. He sent the tracks to the singing coach, and that was the last time I worked with Paula, he says. We genuinely didn't know.'. "It appears it's an overdose," LAPD Capt. He soared through the competition by impressing viewers with his gospel-infused vocals each week. Before Spence's death, the most recent Idol contestant who passed away was Nikki McKibbin. Paula Abdul's life - chronic pain, death outside home, American Idol At the time, Reuters reported that prescription pills, along with CDs and pictures of Abdul, were found in the car. 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He was survived by his wife, who he wed in 2007. Show history: Cohen, who auditioned twice, told the camera when she tried out for Season 7, I march to the beat of a different drummer. That was an understatement. Gold Derby is a part of Penske Media Corporation. "More than just the name.". In the days following her death, her family hit out the Idol judges. She was cut in the top 30 round, but Paula Abdul used her wildcard selection to advance her to the top 12. It was terrible, what was that? said Randy Jackson. The Dark Side of Reality TV: 27 Tragic Deaths In the semi-finals, he performed Shelter and earned a coveted wild card spot. Some of these American Idol singers who died too soon were fan favorites. Looking back, Paula said she wished Goodspeeds appearance on the show had gone better, especially with her fellow judge Simon Cowell. Peoplemagazine would later confirm Lynche died from "acute chronic alcoholism. 1 hit in the United Kingdom for Kylie Minogue. I feel awful and don't know how to cope. 'Ill make a decision next year as to what I do as an onscreen judge because there is a big, big schedule now and I do two other shows, so its been hard. His confession was "deemed inadmissible," and because Bark wasn't read his rights at the time of the arrest, he was given a plea deal, was charged with driving drunk, and was sentenced to only 364 days in jail. Joanne Borgella impressed the judges during American Idol Season 7, reaching the Top 24. His mother opened up to The Mirror and talked about how she had no idea her son was struggling. A helicopter crash in February 2013 claimed the lives of three people involved the shooting of an "untitled military project" for Discovery Channel in Acton, Calif. Idol Family Forever.". The victim's mother called 911 when her daughter didn't return home. 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'Talking about the producers in the way they have been portrayed [in the media] is unfair. With so many amazing things happening in her career, we never would've expected her life to be cut short in January 2018 when she and her boyfriend, former professional basketball player Rasual Butler (pictured, left), were killed in a car accident in Studio City, Calif. After a lengthy, months-long investigation, TMZ reported Butler, who was behind the wheel, had "multiple substances in his system at the time of his fatal crash." This just goes to show that even people who might seem like they have it all, dont feel like they do. [POLL]. Paula Goodspeed (July 4, 1978 - November 11, 2008) was an American reality TV show contestant and singer best known for her season 5 audition on American Idol.Goodspeed was known for being a fan of singer and American Idol judge Paula Abdul, so much so that she changed her first name to Paula at the age of 16 and modeled her singing career and appearance after her. Perhaps they didn't wow the judges with their talents, but they're still beloved, either for their powerhouse vocals, or for their over-the-top personalities. Her death was covered by such major outlets as The New York Times, Entertainment Weekly and Newsweek. 'Kitchen Nightmares' Restaurateur the Latest Reality TV Tragedy This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible. Paula said the tragic event in November has made her home vulnerable to future disturbed fans. Baker was featured in auditions filmed in Puerto Rico. The substance-abuse-related deaths of police brutality victimRodney King, Grease actor Jeff Conaway and Alice in Chains bassist Mike Starr shined a spotlight on Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew, a reality show which so far has had five fatalities among its troubled cast members, including Joey Kovar and Mindy McCready. Nicknamed "Glitter Girl" by fans, judge Simon Cowell was unimpressed with her performances of Jefferson Airplane's "Somebody to Love" and Madonna's "Like a Prayer.". It hit us like an express train. "We are all heartbroken," the message stated. May she rest in peace and may her music career and individuality continue to inspire others. Its a different thing, she added. Paulas Sherman Oaks home is currently listed for sale, and Paula says she was glad not to be at home the day the heartbreaking event occurred. She was 30 and had been obsessed with Abdul since she was 12 years old. I spoke to them after the incident, they were absolutely horrified. I can't even imagine if I was right there in my home. Goodspeed, 30, was found dead Nov. 11 of an apparent suicide. Goodspeed's apparent suicide hit Simon Cowell hard. She was in a vehicle driven by her pro-basketball player boyfriend Rasual Butler, who also died. Corey earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism and Cinema/Screen Studies from the State University of New York at Oswego in 2021. She was unresponsive to officers.. 2023 Gold Derby Media, LLC. This singer was 28 years-old when he was found dead in the basement of his Philadelphia apartment building. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the Orange County Coroner's report said Johns died from an enlarged heart and a "fatty liver." I happened to be in New York when I heard about it., Goodspeed auditioned for Idol in February 2006, dressed in pink, and with a mouth full of braces, she proclaimed, You have to have a certain personality to pull my look off., I really like Paula Abdul a lot, Goodspeed said on the show. Eric Hill who was a competitor on the 10th season of ABC's The Bachelorette debuting in May 2014 suffered critical injuries April 20, 2014, while paragliding in Utah after his parachute collapsed. If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). On November 11, 2008 she was found dead of an apparent drug overdose outside of Paula Abduls house, with CDs and pictures of Abdul that were found in the car. Joanne Borgella, from Season 7, died in October 2014 at age 32 after a rare form of endometrial cancer spread to her brain, according to Pop Culture. In a new interview with Access Hollywood's Billy Bush, Paula Abdul says she is still deeply affected by the death of Paula Goodspeed, the former "American Idol" contestant who committed suicide near Abdul's home in November.And now, the "Idol" judge claims that it was not the first time the troubled woman had attempted to take her own life near Paula's home. Copyright 2023 PopCulture.com. 11:12 EDT 18 Dec 2008. Paula Abdul says contestant suicide "tragic," but judges won't ease criticism. Some of his cast mates included our favs, like Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake, and Ryan Gosling. The cause of death may be a drug overdose according to TMZ.com. HostsJoyce Eng andChristopher Rosen recap every Oscar ceremony of the 1990s as well as some added bonus shows. Watch Access Hollywood Monday and Tuesday nights for more of Paulas interview, and check back here soon to read about Paulas relationship with new Idol judge Kara DioGuardi. ", Abdul, 46, has been in and out of the spotlight for more than two decades. There was no suspicious circumstances. When I heard from [Idol creator] Nigel [Lythgoe], Wait til you see this next girl! He was pronounced dead at the scene. Eight years after that interview, Smith was killed while traveling on a highway outside of Oklahoma City when a wrong-way driver hit his vehicle head-on. Paula Goodspeed, 30, whose off-key version of "Proud Mary" drew a thumbs down from Abdul and scorn from Simon Cowell in the 2006 tryout, was found dead in her Toyota on Tuesday night after her mom . He explained: 'I dont remember to be honest with you. All Rights Reserved. Riley won his first competition during the battle rounds, then withdrew from the competition. Alexis Cohen made a lasting impression in 2008, even though the Pennsylvania native's vocals fell flat. "It's coming up on 20 years of me being a Laker girl and [the song] 'Straight Up' being No. They also discuss Jesse Plemons (Love and Death) and Schmigadoon comedy categories. He was found dead in his New York City apartment in December 2015. Signs of Goodspeeds infatuation with Abdul included her cars personalized license plate ABL LV and a photo of Abdul hanging from the rearview mirror. Paula Goodspeed | American Idol Wiki | Fandom She went there to sing.". We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. I really like Paula Abdul a lot. Nonetheless, she landed in 12th place in the competition, according to E! Murder, Suicide, Overdoses! 30 Reality TV Stars Who Suffered Tragic Deaths The Brooklyn native was 32 years old. Instead of singing beneath bright lights in large stadiums, part of Smith's job at Coach's Bricktown, a local sports bar, was to sing "Happy Birthday" to customers. Abdul, 46, claimed last week she had been stalked by Goodspeed for 17 years and she had filed restraining orders against her in the past. She was quickly nicknamed Glitter Girl by the shows fans. Joseph Cerniglia, a restaurateur who faced the withering criticism of Gordon Ramsay on Fox's Kitchen Nightmares in 2007, leaped to his death from the George Washington Bridge in New York in September 2010. Her. She was cheery. This means that every time you visit this website you will need to enable or disable cookies again. You can find out more and change our default settings with Cookies Settings. The most recent tragedy struck in early October 2022 when Willie Spence died in a car accident in Tennessee. Goodspeed, an obsessed fan of fellow Idol judge Paula Abdul, committed suicide in her car outside the Eighties singer's Los Angeles home last month. Celebs Who Have Been Stalked | Entertainment Tonight Im like, a really big fan. Her other plans for 2009 include her first album of new material in more than a decade and a new reality show special for MTV called "Rah! Also, PEOPLE has learned, Goodspeed had changed her first name from Sandra to Paula. "I wasn't ready to accept the fact that I had to come back and give up music," he told USA Today in 2008. On Nov. 12, 2008, Goodspeed parked her car a few doors down from Abdul's Los Angeles home and, according to Los Angeles police, died from an apparent overdose. American Idol Contestants You May Not Know Died He was 32. She was excited, says McIntyre. During the recording process, Goodspeed struggled and broke down and cried several times, Faris says, and in the end they finished only one song and left two others incomplete. According to Paula, this was not the first time Goodspeed had come to Paulas house to attempt to end her life. Copyright 2023 by NBC Universal, Inc. All Rights Reserved. However, he struggled to gain the recognition he deserved and ended up moving backto his hometown of Oklahoma City. Because the truth of the matter is we brought them there. We are using cookies to give you the best experience on our website. Kovar later appeared on VH1's Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew.

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