BREAKING: Former ‘American Idol’ Contestant, Garbage Man Doug Kiker, Dead at 32
Posted on March 13, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
Doug Kiker, a garbage man from Alabama, who delivered an unforgettable audition for Season 18 of American Idol has died….
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Former ‘American Idol’ Contestant, Garbage Man Doug Kiker, Arrested in Alabama
Posted on May 14, 2021
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Lauren Jo Black
Doug Kiker, a former American Idol contestant and garbage man who made judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie…
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Alabama Garbage Man Doug Kiker Returns To ‘American Idol’ To Duet With Rascal Flatts
Posted on May 17, 2020
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Lauren Jo Black
After winning over the hearts of millions with his American Idol audition, Alabama garbage man Doug Kiker returned to the…
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Luke Bryan, Gabby Barrett, Scotty McCreery and More To Perform On ‘American Idol’ Finale
Posted on May 10, 2020
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Andrew Wendowski
Luke Bryan, Gabby Barrett and Scotty McCreery are among the superstars confirmed to perform on the upcoming Season 18 finale…
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‘American Idol’ Garbage Man Doug Kiker Covers Brett Young and Chris Stapleton
Posted on April 22, 2020
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Lauren Jo Black
Doug Kiker, a garbage man from Alabama, won over the hearts of millions on American Idol when he brought Katy…
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Alabama Garbage Man’s ‘American Idol’ Audition Leaves Judges Emotional
Posted on February 16, 2020
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Lauren Jo Black
https://youtu.be/LfeXu26peJU The season 18 premiere of American Idol showcased auditions from a number of incredibly talented individuals, including 27-year-old Doug…
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