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Aug. 2, 2014 / 6:15 PM

Former 'American Idol' contender dies

"American Idol" finalist Michael Johns died of a blood clot in his ankle.

American Idol finalist Michael Johns performs as part of the "American Idols Live! Tour 2008" at the San Diego Sports Arena on July 2, 2008. (UPI Photo/Roger Williams)

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HOLLYWOOD, Aug. 2 (UPI) -- American Idol finalist Michael Johns died Friday due to a blood clot in his ankle, The Hollywood Reporter confirmed. He was 35.

The Australian appeared on Season 7 of the reality singing competition in 2008.

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The then-29-year-old auditioned for the show singing I've Been Loving You Too Long by Otis Redding.

He is survived by a wife, Stacey.

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