Such tragic news coming from the world of American Idol… Famed contestant Nikki McKibbin, who finished in third place during the first season of the mega-hit reality TV show back in 2002, has died.
She was just 42 years old, and leaves behind family, friends, and loved ones grieving her passing. Related: Kelly Clarkson Reveals Her Kids Are In Therapy After Family Separation Shock Publicly, McKibbin was best known for her exceptional run on the first season of the reality TV music competition show.
She eventually finished third in that very first year of the competition, landing behind second place singer Justin Guarini and eventual winner (and soon-to-be superstar) Kelly Clarkson.
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