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"American Idol" was his opportunity to make the transition to becoming an adult star. Ive been drawing ever since I was a little kid and my first drawing was of Paula Abdul.. "I have to believe there is something good about me," Goodspeed wrote. "I don't think any artist on earth can sing with that much metal in your mouth anyway. Contestant Paula Goodspeed, 30, whose off-key version of "Proud Mary" drew a thumbs down from Abdul and scorn from Simon Cowell in the 2006 tryout, was found dead in her Toyota on Tuesday night after her mom reported her missing. Cops said it appeared to be a suicide but were awaiting a toxicology report. Sure, Simons repeated jabs at Goodspeeds braces seem almost barbaric now, in the immediate aftermath of her suicide, but the sad truth is that even without Idol, even without reality TV in general, ridicule always has a way of finding the outcasts and misfits and oddballs of the world especially those who mistakenly think theyre destined to be the next celebrity sensation. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. She had been a stalker from [awhile back.] Her drawings were showcased during her American Idol audition. She. When you visit this site, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. We have set your language to Copyright 2022 NBCUniversal Media, LLC. Seven of those dreamers passed away. [6] She reportedly sent Abdul flowers prior to her suicide. Drag images here or select from your computer for Sandra Mae Paula Goodspeed memorial. Copyright 2022 NBCUniversal Media, LLC. When the 30-year-old's life ended in front of Abdul's home, it was the second time in as many years she overdosed. Share Obituary. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. She was cheery. Her parents, who reported her missing the same day, had previously told sheriffs that they thought she would be at Abduls house. Cowell had mocked Goodspeed, including her braces and he resolved that his rejections would be phrased in a less destructive manner from then on. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. HANSEN , Lorraine C., 96, of Eau Claire died April 30 at Heritage Court Memory Care in Eau Claire. I know therell be that knee-jerk response from some circles that the cruelty of the Idol machine in particular the point-and-laugh-at-the-weirdos vibe that pervades the shows audition rounds is at least in part to blame here. Although Abdul says she never voluntarily met Goodspeed since the audition, Goodspeed told her niece that she had met Abdul about a year ago at Starbucks or something, she says and that Goodspeed was excited she got to meet such a big star.. Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles County, California, USA. When McIntyre visited California, her aunt showed her Abduls house, but not in a way that suggested she was a stalker. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. Otros artistas que han recibido el premio Evolucin Extraordinaria son Maluma (2018), Becky G (2019) y Ozuna (2021). It was a very tragic, unfortunate, [and] sad, Paula told Billy I was very blessed and lucky to have been at [work at Idols] Hollywood Week when it happened.. says the actress. John William Goodspeed, 71, a lifelong resident of South Bend, passed away suddenly on Wednesday morning, August 4, 2021 at his home. Lynche was eventually eliminated but what would bring him down was his addiction to alcohol which claimed his life in 2015 at the age of 34. None According to Sadler, McKibbin suffered an aneurysm on October 28 and had been on life support since then. Paula Goodspeed found dead near Abdul's house, long had crush on "Idol" judge. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. In 2008, Goodspeed was found dead of an overdose in her car, parked close to Abdul's home. ", Jackson dismissed the song as "terrible," and Cowell made fun of Goodspeed's braces. She died on 11 November 2008 in Sherman Oaks, California, USA. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. Roberts, Shawna SR Harriet 03/08/1997 . 0 references. Paula Goodspeed, 30, a Season 5 contender whose audition performance of Proud Mary was panned and mocked by the judges, appears to have died of a drug overdose, police say. The bride's father . Thinking they had come from her restaurateur boyfriend J.T. Nicole A. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. Borgella was building a promising career in music, fashion, and television when she was diagnosed with cancer in 2013. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. Your Scrapbook is currently empty. Oops, we were unable to send the email. Here's my new cell number, Love, J.T." It seems as if it was a desperate attempt by Goodspeed to get Abdul to call her. From Austin Butler and Cate Blanchett to a potential Best Supporting Actress toss-up, see who EW thinks will win at the 2023 Oscars. Shed show up to my home studio wearing fluorescent pants and skirts, with trinkets hanging off her jacket. You know, [she] had attempted to do that a few months prior, Paula continued. The average age of a Goodspeed family member is 74. 55896 We believe that every person's story is important as it provides our community with an opportunity to feel a sense of belonging, share their hopes and dreams. A retired Commander from the U.S. Navy he was 86 years old. This account has been disabled. Goodspeed has auditioned for "American Idol's" Season 5 solely to get close to judge Paula Abdul whom she'd been stalking for 17 years. Oops, something didn't work. Paula Goodspeed Paula was a fan of Paula Abdul, even to the point of her changing her name to Paula Goodspeed at age 16 and modeling her singing and appearance after her. Shed give the shirt off her back for anyone who needed it. The 42-year-old McKibbin was taken off life support after her condition was declared irreversible by doctors and her organs were donated. She was a talented portrait artist focusing mainly on drawing Paula Abdul. 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. He sent the tracks to the singing coach, and that was the last time I worked with Paula, he says. This material may not be republished, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Now, theres access to follow me home and I [had] a really scary situation and its time for me to move. And the thing is, that all she could do was get a hold of me through my fan club.. She was a fan. Paula Goodspeed, 30, a Season 5 contender whose. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. Failed to report flower. But after singing her rendition of Tina Turners Proud Mary, the woman was roundly panned by the shows judges. "Really? She was unresponsive to officers.. 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.. acro police certificate tracking The death of Paula Goodspeed is a tragedy, said Gina Serpe and Jason Kennedy in E! Nickerson Funeral Home South Chatham - George Whitman Goodspeed, Jr. (83) passed on peacefully in residence at Liberty Commons on May 19, 2022. Abdul's rep Jeff Ballard told "Entertainment Tonight" that Abdul and her staff had known the troubled woman for several years. Only about an hour after reaching out to give his beloved grandsons a final fist bump, George F. Goodspeed Jr. peacefully took his final breath at 8:00 pm, December 1, 2022. Police were apparently familiar with Goodspeed, who may have been stalking Abdul. Patricia E. Goodspeed Obituary. By signing "J.T." to the card, Abdul . ), but never complained and always greeted friends and family with a smile and kind words. "I'm speechless," Abdul said after Goodspeed's big finish. The distraught family of American Idol contestant Paula Goodspeed has hit out at Simon Cowell for humiliating her on national television. date of death. And because TMZ thrives under situations that are part devastating, part exploitative, the Web site has already dug up . Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. This browser does not support getting your location. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. Paula Goodspeed, 30, whose off-key version of "Proud Mary" drew a thumbs down from Abdul and scorn from Simon Cowell in the 2006 tryout, was found dead in her Toyota on Tuesday night after her. Paula did make a couple references to Paula Abdul, but nothing really out of the ordinary.. Shes really cool, said Goodspeed when asked about her inspiration during the Idol audition process. On her MySpace.com page, Goodspeed posted a seductive photo of Abdul, with her mouth open and tongue exposed, below the words, "My secret crush, shhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!". ", Randy Jackson, the third judge, said, "That was terrible. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. Please try again later. During her audition, she said that she often drew pictures of Abdul and been drawing them since she was young. The 30-year-old former American Idol contestant was found dead on Tuesday, apparently . Abdul was at the studio at the time the body was found and wasnt aware of it until she was told by the network, her rep says. Arrangements are pending at Lenmark-Gomsrud-Linn Funeral & Cremation Services, Eau Claire. Her mother had reported her missing, directing officers to Abduls neighborhood and expressing fears Goodspeed was suicidal. She was 30 and had been obsessed with Abdul since she was 12 years old. GOODSPEED, Colleen M., 64, of Eau Claire died Wednesday at HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. "It's very hard reading such awful things being written about yourself or hearing things being said," she wrote. "I make life-sized drawings of Paula," Goodspeed said during the contestant interview that preceded her performance. We're told cops were called to Paula Abdul's house -- either late last year or early this year -- and found Goodspeed inside her car, unconscious from a drug overdose. You can find out more and change our default settings with Cookies Settings. ", Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information. A former American Idol contestant apparently infatuated with Paula Abdul was found dead Tuesday night in a car near Abdul's Los Angeles house. Phil Goodspeed lived 93 years, facing all kinds of physical adversity (missing hip, failed kidneys, etc. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. PATRICIA GOODSPEED OBITUARY. Paula Goodspeed (July 4, 1978 November 11, 2008) was an American reality TV show contestant and singer best known for her season 5 audition on American Idol. He was born at the family home on Seaview Street in Chatham on December 16, 1938. We are sad to announce that on January 6, 2023, at the age of 79, Patricia E. Goodspeed of Knightstown, Indiana, born in Louisville, Kentucky passed away. Articles copied from Draft Namespace on Wikipedia could be seen on the Draft Namespace of Wikipedia and not main one. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. Paula Goodspeed, 30, died last November after overdosing on Prozac and two other drugs, including one prescribed to treat schizophrenia. "Goodspeed had not been seen since 11 p.m. Monday, and her family member thought that she might try to overdose. When I heard from [Idol creator] Nigel [Lythgoe], Wait til you see this next girl! Because the truth of the matter is we brought them there. Goodspeed, 30, was parked near Abdul's home in Los Angeles in November 2008. He was She was 32. Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? Try again later. But a relative of Goodspeed, who knew her well, disputes the characterization of her as a celebrity stalker. You have so much metal in your mouth. 470 French Road Utica, NY W. PETER GOODSPEED OBITUARY W. Peter Goodspeed, Jr., 48, passed away on Tuesday, September 27, 2016 at Faxton-St. Luke's Healthcare with his loving family by his. Me and her went by Paulas house a couple of times. The body of Paula Goodspeed was found in a car near Abdul's home on Tuesday evening. On October 23, 1971 in Lakeville, IN, John . After all, will any of us be worse off if, say, Idol managed to entertain while dialing back on the mockery of and gratuitous fascination with braces and bulges and other physical imperfections? As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. Our officers discovered her vehicle parked on the street, and found her inside. Sadly, the feisty contestant was killed in 2009 after she was struck by a car in New Jersey. The 30-year-old's body was discovered in a car near the. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. Year should not be greater than current year. Gender Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Sandra Goodspeed (123981318)? As a surname, "Goodspeed" derives from "Godspeed", which in turn comes from the expression "God speed (you)", a wish for success and fortune on behalf of one setting out on a trip or an enterprise.People with the surname. "Nah, it's not a great thing. 192.163.253.191 Oh my god she changed her name for you, and I saw her name, I got really nervous. Paula said of Goodspeed. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. RAYMOND GOODSPEED OBITUARY. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. The woman, Paula Goodspeed, was found dead outside Abdul's house Tuesday evening, authorities said. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. Click to reveal Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? Borgella made it to the top 24 before being eliminated, but she ended up signing with Wilhelmina Models. Its not like Im moving just because of this, Paula explained. American Idol Wiki is a FANDOM TV Community. When he said he hadnt, Abdul knew immediately who really sent them: ex-American Idol contestant Paula Goodspeed, according to the source. I happened to be in New York when I heard about it., Goodspeed auditioned for Idol in February 2006, dressed in pink, and with a mouth full of braces, she proclaimed, You have to have a certain personality to pull my look off., I really like Paula Abdul a lot, Goodspeed said on the show. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. Car Accident: Reports, 'SYTYCD' Judge Mary Murphy Recalls the 'Life-Changing' Moment Stephen 'tWitch' Boss 'Started to Soar', N.M. Woman Is Killed with Sword and Couple Is Charged with Murder amid Claims of Secret Society, Tina Turner's Son Ronnie Turner Dead at 62: 'You Left the World Far Too Early' Singer Says, 'Empire' Actress Lindsey Pearlman Found Dead After Going Missing for Days, LAPD Confirms, Calif. 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All three judges voted "no", eliminating her from the competition. Paula Goodspeed, the "American Idol" contestant who was an obsessive fan of Paula Abdul, was found dead in her car near the TV judge's home in an apparent suicide by overdose (via ABC News ). date of birth. Rickey Smith sang up a storm on Season 2 in 2003, but he was up against Ruben Studdard, and ended up being eliminated. Thats about it, says the niece. Paula said her life has dramatically changed since the tragic event in November. Try again later. Please fill in your e-mail so we can share with you our top stories. Paula Mae Goodspeed was born July 4,1978 in Waterville,Maine by the name of Sandra Mae McIntyre and later married and had 2 boys,It wasnt until after her divorce she moved to California to try to get into the entertainment industry and changed her first name to Paula in honor of Paula Abdul and her last name to Goodspeed in honor of her great grandmothers maiden name. The former Idol judge. He served 364 days in jail, Cohen lost her future. Obituary. ", "It's not over," Goodspeed vowed after the failed audition. Heres my new cell number.. A law enforcement source told the Los Angeles Times that she was known to the LAPD's threat management unit, which investigates stalking cases. Born in East Grand Rapids on November 9, 1930, Priscilla attended elementary and middle school in East Grand Rapids, and graduated from the Graham-Eckes Academy in West Palm Beach, Florida. An email has been sent to the person who requested the photo informing them that you have fulfilled their request, There is an open photo request for this memorial. I make life-size drawings of Paula. During the recording process, Goodspeed struggled and broke down and cried several times, Faris says, and in the end they finished only one song and left two others incomplete. Marque 'Tate' Lynche had been a child star on the "All-New Mickey Mouse Club" working alongside Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake, and Ryan Gosling. Failed to delete memorial. "My heart and prayers go out to her family. Junior, as referred to by his family, was the son of the late George W. Goodspeed, Sr. and Dorothy E. (Kendrick) Goodspeed. There was some controversy that arose after Paula's death when Abdul said that she objected to Goodspeed's audition when she was aware of Goodspeed's prior stalker-like behaviour, but the executive producers Ken Warwick and. "I'm not going to stop singing just because you don't like my voice.". Performance & security by Cloudflare. Torregiani, Abdul called him asking why he had changed his number, a source close to Abdul tells PEOPLE. Paula Goodspeed was found dead on Nov.11,2008 in Sherman Oaks,California outside the home of American Idol Judge's Paula Abdul's home from what the doctor's ruled was a medication overdose. You have chosen this person to be their own family member. My address was announced and [it was shown] how you could get into my house.. After graduating she traveled to France to study the French language. Find an Obituary. La ex concursante de "America's Got Talent", Skilyr Hicks, muri el lunes a los 23 aos. But I dont believe my aunt killed herself., Ed Faris, a producer/songwriter in Los Angeles, worked with Goodspeed on her fledgling singing career around 2005 or 2006, and remembered her as a bit off the wall., I was hired by her singing coach to help Paula record some songs, he says. Copyright 2023 Meredith Corporation. Anyway, Goodspeed reportedly committed suicide last night in said vehicle. April 24, 2015 Updated: Sep. 8, 2015 1 p.m. ALBANY COUNTY. Season 5 Resend Activation Email. All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. "American Idol" has launched the careers of such megastars as Jennifer Hudson, Kelly Clarkson, Fantasia Barrino, and Carrie Underwood -- but for every hopeful ho made it, there are hundreds who didn't. There was a problem getting your location. In Ventura County she had no criminal history or prior arrest, Bonfiglio said. Paula Goodspeed, 30, who appeared on the hit Fox show in 2006, was criticised during her audition by British judge Simon Cowell, who told her she had too much metal in her mouth to sing because. Add to your scrapbook. According to the police report, which was obtained by TMZ, the driver said that he was tired and fell asleep after coming off a long day at work.. At the time of the incident, Brandon Rogers was riding in the front seat.Another passenger was in the back seat. There is a problem with your email/password. Sympathy Ideas. Mark Goodspeed passed away at age 41 years old on January 10, 1998. Learn more about managing a memorial . 4 July 1978. "Not like alot [sic] of people would understand what it's like having so many haters just because I made the mistake of trying out for a singing competition before I was even ready vocally, emotionally and physically.". Im like, a really big fan. Goodspeeds 2005 audition is currently streaming on the Internet, and its a typically depressing case of a troubled young woman bringing delusions of singing grandeur into the bright and unforgiving spotlight of a nationally televised talent contest. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. Sign the Guest Book. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. ALBANY. Surrounded by his daughters, he held his wife's hand and quietly passed after struggling for years with a debilitating case of COPD. She was not suicidal, says her niece, Sonja McIntyre, 20, of Maine, who last spoke with her aunt about two months ago. Text size. Shes really cool. But there are many indications that all was not good in recent years with Goodspeed. Abdul, who lit up when Goodspeed said her name was Paula, said, Speechless, dont know what to say after hearing the song. A month after her episode aired, Goodspeed revealed her pain in a MySpace blog. Her drawings were showcased during her American Idol audition. Originario de Caborca, Sonora, en el norte de Mxico, Nodal, que proviene de . "It's very hard reading such awful things being written about yourself," she wrote. place of birth. This has been ruled an apparent suicide, said LAPD officer April Harding. I figure that's a compliment, because you're beautiful," Goodspeed said to Abdul. Reuters reported that prescription pills, along with CDs and pictures of Abdul, were found in the car. A system error has occurred. In 2016, a driver barreling down the highway the wrong way hit his Smith's car head-on and claimed his life. On January 3, 2023 the age of 95, Vera (Johnson) Goodspeed crossed over to join her husband Robert Goodspeed, her parents Ben & Christine Johnson, brother Allyn and his wife Maria, sister. Abdul was at the "Idol" studio when Goodspeed's body was found and had to be told by the Fox network, her rep told People magazine. ). 's 'Bold, Interesting Play', 2000: Ending a 15-year obsession, Brooke Shields stalker is arrested, 2005: Paula finally ends her battle with chronic pain. Copyright 2023 by NBC Universal, Inc. All Rights Reserved. She was coming back to Maine where Goodspeed grew up. Paula Goodspeed's 17-year obsession came to a tragic end Getty Images When Paula Goodspeed appeared on Season 5 of American Idol, she was no stranger to Paula Abdul. 2023 Oscars predictions: See who will win at the 95th Academy Awards. Weve updated the security on the site. According to Paula, this was not the first time Goodspeed had come to Paulas house to attempt to end her life. [3] Obituary: Muriel Mitchell Goodspeed. Ms. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. Goodspeeds mother had gone to [the sheriffs department] to report her daughter missing, and advised them that she might be suicidal, says Los Angeles police Capt. They went back to their "normal" lives knowing that they'd given the dream their best shot, but for seven of those hopefuls we rooted for, life didn't go on. RELATED ARTICLE: 2000: Ending a 15-year obsession, Brooke Shields stalker is arrestedRELATED GALLERY: 2005: Paula finally ends her battle with chronic pain. I went through a very rough time of feeling like she wanted my attention so much I shed a lot of tears. You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. Facts about the American Idol Season 20 Finalist and Her Famous Father, Celine Dion's Spouse 'Started to Cry' during Their 1st Meeting Her Mom Was against Their Marriage, Who Is Huntergirl? Sheadored Paula Abdul since she was a teenager. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. Online. "I'm not going to stop singing.". Sandra May McIntyre, known professionally as Paula Goodspeed (born July 4th, 1978 - November 11th, 2008) was a contestant on Season 5 of American Idol. Contestant # United States of America. He was born April 20, 1950 in South Bend, a son of the late Byron Ira & Wilma Alberta (Replogle) Goodspeed and was a graduate of Andrew Jackson High School. [6] She reportedly sent Abdul flowers prior to her suicide. I was shocked to hear about her death, I never thought it would come to that, says Faris. Goodspeed, who identified herself as a single lesbian on her MySpace.com page, blogged about the experience five months later. The family member relayed her psychiatric history including her Paula Abdul fixation," Bonfiglio said. Goodspeed was known for being a fan of singer and American Idol judge Paula Abdul, so much so that she changed her first name to Paula at the age of 16 and modeled her singing career and appearance after her.[1][2][3][4][5]. I am deeply shocked and saddened at what transpired yesterday, Abdul said in a statement. Goodspeed's Austin, Texas, audition in 2005 was featured prominently on "Idol," after she made it to Round 3 to sing before the judges. Billy asked Paula if she felt any guilt surrounding Goodspeeds death. But, rather than sending them from herself, she signed the card "Hope you're doing great. based on information from your browser. Your IP: As previously reported by AccessHollywood.com, Goodspeed was found dead shortly after 6 PM on November 11, after the Los Angeles Police Department received a tip from a neighboring agency. She was just 25 years old, and the man who ran her over was set free when a judge ruled the confession that he'd been drunk inadmissible.