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The people behind American Idol have taken to Twitter to express their condolences following the death of former contestant Michael Johns.

The singer died at the age of 35 from a blood clot in his ankle.

Fox, FremantleMedia North America, 19 Entertainment and the American Idol team released a joint statement, saying “Michael Johns was an incredible talent and we are deeply saddened by the news of his passing. He was a part of our American Idol family and he will be truly missed. Our hearts and prayers go out to his family and friends during this difficult time.”

The judges of Michael‘s season – Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, and Randy Jackson – also chimed in to send out their thoughts.

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Michael Johns, a contestant on the seventh season of American Idol, has died at the age of 35, according to THR.

The singer-songwriter reportedly died from a blood clot in his ankle on Friday (August 1).

In case you weren’t aware, Michael placed eighth on American Idol in 2007.

After appearing on American Idol, Michael released an album Hold Back My Heart in 2009 and an EP Love and Sex, which included three songs, in 2012.

Michael is survived by his wife Stacey Vuduris, who he married in 2007.

We send out our thoughts and condolences to Michael‘s loved ones during this difficult time.

American Idol favorite Constantine Maroulis made headlines earlier this week for getting into a ‘bar fight’ with a fan over the news that Paula Abdul left the show.

“It was just a drunk dude at a concert [who] just like jumped on my back,” the 22-year-old told Extra. “Not that I wouldn’t [defend her], cause I love Paula. I would hit the streets for her but that’s not what happened.”

Idol alum Michael Johns also was shocked at the Paula news: “What can I tell you, I was a bit flabbergasted. Definitely she’s the reason people tune in whether you love her or whether you just want to see if she’s going to be a train wreck, you know. I think something special from the show will be missing.”

Michael Johns, who was voted off American Idol last week, is mobbed by fans as he left Live with Regis and Kelly on Monday.

While fans have been sad to see him go, his booting off has been a boon to his career, which has happened with many previous Idol contestants.

The 29-year-old Australian-turned-Atlantan has been contacted by Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban and even Dolly Parton, telling him how sad they were to see him leave the show.

Michael said last Friday, “I hadn’t been in the bottom three, and I thought the last two to three weeks have been my strongest. But we’re in the competition and stuff can happen.”

More pics of Michael getting swarmed by fans after Regis and Kelly…

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PAPA JOHNS!

Aussie crooner Michael Johns was given the boot last night, in a surprise elimination on American Idol.

“I am definitely surprised,” Johns said. “I enjoyed singing that song.”

Lamented judge Simon Cowell, “I’m going to miss you. You’re a very good singer and a very, very nice guy.”

Don’t miss Mr. Johns perform on Monday’s Live with Regis and Kelly! Watch the elimination on Idol in the video below!

This entry is dedicated to Carrie, the wannabe wife of Michael Johns.

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Aussie rocker Michael Johns gave photogs a little tongue as he heads to a photo shoot for American Idol in Los Angeles on Friday. Sexy!

Tune in tonight to watch the Top 12 finalists perform live @ 8PM ET/PT on FOX. The live results show airs Wednesday, March 12 @ 9PM. Thankfully, we can have our lives back as Idol no longer airs on Thursdays.

Whew!

Also pictured below: Jason Castro, David Archuleta and Ramiele Malubay.