SAD NEWS FOR AUSTRALIAN IDOL FANS
Levi Kereama, the wild card contestant on the first season of Australian Idol, is now dead, apparently of suicide.
Hours after him and his band, Lethbridge, performed at the Parklife Festival in Brisbane’s Botanic Gardens and Riverstage, the 27-year-old singer fell to his dead from a hotel balcony in Brisbane, Australia.
Though Kereama finished in 6th place on the show, he gained popularity in 2003 with female fans for his baby face and unique approach to singing. He and his brothers – Jules, Ezra, and Lane – signed a record deal under the name Lethbridge and the act released several singles in 2004.
It is believed that Kereama was suffering from depression, though nothing is certain yet. In the wake of his death, several fan pages have offered their condolences and support to each other, incuding encouragement to reach out for help.
We will keep him and his family in our thoughts during this tough time. We wish you all the best.