http://www.tmz.com/2014/08/02/michael-johns/#comments-fullwrapper
“American Idol” finalist Michael Johns died Friday at the age of 35.
The singer's death was caused by a blood clot in his ankle ... sources tell us he had twisted his ankle earlier and was in a great amount of pain.
People close to Johns tell us ... it appears the ankle injury triggered the clot. We're told he died in his sleep.
The singer placed 8th in Season 7 (2008) and following his exit from the show he continued to record music. He recorded an album — “Hold Back My Heart” in 2009.
He also done a tremendous amount of charity work with former executive producer Nigel Lythgoe.
Lythgoe tells TMZ, “He was a great talent and dear friend. My boys and I are devastated.”
Johns was married to Stacey Vuduris. They married in 2007.
A rep for the singer's fan site tweeted, “It is with a heavy heart and inconsolable sadness that we confirm the passing of our friend Michael Johns.”
