We liked looking at the huge condos out there Why they found her dead in her car near Paula Abduls house, I do not know. The Hollywood Reporter is a part of Penske Media Corporation. Scroll on for a look at each singer's life. Cause of death: Injuries suffered in a car crash in Studio City, California at age 31. Cohen auditioned again in Season 8, attempting to sing Like a Prayer by Madonna. The 30-year-old was discovered in a car alongside prescription drugs, CDs and pictures of pop star Abdul. The car was found near the singer's home. Lets all take a pause to remember those Idol hopefuls who left us too soon. 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. Cowell admitted he didn't remember Goodspeed, who auditioned for American Idol in late 2005. "It's the typical brother thing that we have. The flower thing was really scary Paula [Abdul] really couldnt handle that. He was 32. HostsJoyce Eng andChristopher Rosen recap every Oscar ceremony of the 1990s as well as some added bonus shows. He tried to pursue a music career in L.A. but instead moved back home. When he said he hadnt, Abdul knew immediately who really sent them: ex-American Idol contestant Paula Goodspeed, according to the source. Iconic! News. Paula did make a couple references to Paula Abdul, but nothing really out of the ordinary.. If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). The news left fans devastated, but many also looked back on the incredible voice he displayed on the show. Now she's a judge on the popular show "American Idol.". May she rest in peace and may her music career and individuality continue to inspire others. It was his musical upbringing that contributed to his raw talent. We invited them there and then they show up at our house for a cocktail party and Simon goes, What the hell are you doing here? But the thing is, their talent does not warrant, you suck, because these are talented kids.. The former model, who appeared both on Jake Pavelka's season and then on two seasons of Bachelor Pad, was dating NBA Pelicans player Ryan Anderson, who held vigil by her bedside where she lay on life support. The death of Paula Goodspeed is a tragedy, said Gina Serpe and Jason Kennedy in E! 'These aren't bad people. January 8, 2015. Kosewicz, whose boyfriend killed himself two months before her death, had complained on MySpace about how the show had adversely affected her life. 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. She was found inside her car, which was parked near Abdul's home. She has a love of all things pop culture and an unhealthy obsession with celebrities. 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Looking back, Paula said she wished Goodspeeds appearance on the show had gone better, especially with her fellow judge Simon Cowell. Billy asked Paula if she felt any guilt surrounding Goodspeeds death. Shes really cool. It's believed that she committed suicide. "I think back on all the fun times we had. In the episode featuring Goodspeed, Cowell said following her audition: 'I don't think any artist on earth could sing with that much metal in your mouth that's like a bridge. Her death was covered by such major outlets as The New York Times, Entertainment Weekly and Newsweek. Kovar later appeared on VH1's Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew. As the show enters its eighth season, record producer and songwriter Kara DioGuardi will join Abdul, Cowell and Randy Jackson at the judges' table. Heres my new cell number.. Click here to vote now! She was not just a name and number, with a risk assessment, she was cared for by her family and mental health professionals.. "She lived with me and she was my roommate.". Two suspects, Jabaar Vincent Thomas and Destiny Young, were later charged with second-degree murder. "We are devastated about the passing of our beloved American Idol family member, Willie Spence," the Idol team wrote on Twitter. Ive been drawing ever since I was a little kid, and my first drawing was of Paula Abdul.. I think that this show could continue for another 10, 20 years, to be honest with you.'. There was no suspicious circumstances. She also discussed how she felt her son was hopeless, and lost.