ANDREW WALLENSTEIN: It's safe to say that Paula Goodspeed was a troubled woman. He sent the tracks to the singing coach, and that was the last time I worked with Paula, he says. George was born July 23, 1950 to . ", 24/7 coverage of breaking news and live events. Paula Goodspeed, 30, who auditioned in front of the show's three judges in 2006, was found dead on Tuesday just outside of Paula Abdul's home in Sherman Oaks, Calif. Police said the death was an . All three judges voted "no", eliminating her from the competition. My heart and prayers go out to her family.". Im a really big fan, and I made life-sized drawings of Paula. She may have committed suicide, police said. Now, theres access to follow me home and I [had] a really scary situation and its time for me to move. [7][8], Goodspeed's performance on American Idol brought her a degree of notoriety, so much so that her death was covered by such notable sources as People magazine, The New York Times, The Daily Telegraph, Entertainment Weekly, The New York Daily News, The Los Angeles Times, ABC News[9] and Newsweek.[10]. Sympathy Ideas. 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. 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Click here to vote now! The car, parked a few doors down from Abduls house, featured a license plate ABL LV and had a photo of Abdul hanging from the rear view mirror. 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? This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Sandra Goodspeed (123981318)? There was a problem getting your location. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. She was a bit delusional thinking she could make a career out of this, but she was so incredibly determined, so [the singing coach] and I tried to encourage her, he says. Update, WED 3 PM: Law enforcement sources tell TMZ Paula Goodspeed, who died of a possible drug overdose/suicide Tuesday night, overdosed in the exact same area around one year ago. Because the truth of the matter is we brought them there. 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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. Nov. 12, 2008 11:47 AM PT. Grief Support. He was born at the family home on Seaview Street in Chatham on December 16, 1938. A month after her episode aired, Goodspeed revealed her pain in a MySpace blog. Make sure that the file is a photo. Paula was 30 years old at the time of death. According to Ross Bonfiglio, the public information officer for the Ventura County Sheriff's Department, a close relative of Goodspeed called the sheriff's office at 3 p.m. Tuesday to report the young woman missing. 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]. We have set your language to All three judges voted "no", eliminating her from the competition. ALBANY. Looking back, Paula said she wished Goodspeeds appearance on the show had gone better, especially with her fellow judge Simon Cowell. Thinking they had come from her restaurateur boyfriend J.T. United States of America. "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. [3] You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. "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.". Abdul released a statement following word of Goodspeed's death. 1 reference. I didnt do anything, she said of the suspected suicide. Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. Shes really cool, said Goodspeed when asked about her inspiration during the Idol audition process. According to The Associated Press, the license plate on her car read "ABL LV" and a photo of Abdul was hanging from the rear-view mirror. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. ", Randy Jackson, the third judge, said, "That was terrible. Obituary: Muriel Mitchell Goodspeed. None This article "Paula Goodspeed" is from Wikipedia. Goodspeed. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. Goodspeeds Idol audition was prominently featured by the show, and in her interview with host Ryan Seacrest, she clearly expressed her affection for Abdul. Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? She sang "Proud Mary" by Tina Turner. She was a talented portrait artist focusing mainly on drawing Paula Abdul. On November 11th, 2008, Paula committed suicide via a drug overdose outside Paula Abdul's home in Sherman Oaks, California. Sadly, the feisty contestant was killed in 2009 after she was struck by a car in New Jersey. Obituary. HANSEN , Lorraine C., 96, of Eau Claire died April 30 at Heritage Court Memory Care in Eau Claire. Weve updated the security on the site. RELATED GALLERY: 2005: Paula finally ends her battle with chronic pain. But after singing her rendition of Tina Turners Proud Mary, the woman was roundly panned by the shows judges. 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. Lynche competed in 2004, and dazzled the judges with his version of Bette Midler's "Wind Beneath My Wings." Few stories about "Amerian Idol" contestants are as bizarre as Paula Goodspeed. 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Reuters reported that prescription pills, along with CDs and pictures of Abdul, were found in the car. Once she started singing, though, Faris immediately knew she wouldnt be taken seriously in the music industry. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Sandra Mae Paula Goodspeed I found on Findagrave.com. April 24, 2015 Updated: Sep. 8, 2015 1 p.m. ALBANY COUNTY. 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. Ive been drawing ever since I was a little kid and my first drawing was of Paula Abdul.. 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. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. 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. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. You can find out more and change our default settings with Cookies Settings. 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!!!!!!!!!". Learn more about managing a memorial . Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. RAYMOND GOODSPEED OBITUARY. Raymond was a retired chemist and a devoted father and husband. date of birth. You have so much metal in your mouth. [Im] living with security full time now, its just different. 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. 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.. Failed to delete memorial. Her parents, who reported her missing the same day, had previously told sheriffs that they thought she would be at Abdul's house. "My first drawing was of Paula Abdul.". We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. "She's very cool. Paula Goodspeed, 30, died last November after overdosing on Prozac and two other drugs, including one prescribed to treat schizophrenia. Goodspeed, who identified herself as a single lesbian on her MySpace.com page, blogged about the experience five months later. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Family members linked to this person will appear here. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. 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. "I am deeply shocked and saddened at what transpired Wednesday," Abdul said. She was a fan. Paula Goodspeed found dead near Abdul's house, long had crush on "Idol" judge. cemeteries found in will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Nov. 13, 2008— -- The woman whose body was found near Paula Abdul's home was a one-time "American Idol" contestant who, despite being ridiculed during her audition, maintained her infatuation with judge Paula Abdul. In 2008, Goodspeed committed suicide via a drug overdose in her car outside of Paula Abdul's home in Sherman Oaks, California. By signing "J.T." to the card, Abdul . To use this feature, use a newer browser. Surrounded by his daughters, he held his wife's hand and quietly passed after struggling for years with a debilitating case of COPD. I went through a very rough time of feeling like she wanted my attention so much I shed a lot of tears. Fans are still reeling since "America Idol" Season 1 contestant Nikki McKibbin's husband Craig Sadler announced her death on November 1, 2020. Our officers discovered her vehicle parked on the street, and found her inside. Goodspeed had been particularly affected and humiliated when the judges laughed at her singing during her last audition. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. McIntyre confirms that Goodspeed changed her name from Sandra to Paula, but says she did it about 16 years ago and suggests the decision may not have had anything to do with Abdul. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. Borgella fought her cancer with chemotherapy and radiation treatments but ended up succumbing to endometrial cancer in October 2014. When he said he hadnt, Abdul knew immediately who really sent them: ex-American Idol contestant Paula Goodspeed, according to the source. She was 30 and had been obsessed with Abdul since she was 12 years old. "I'm speechless," Abdul said after Goodspeed's big finish. GOODSPEED, Colleen M., 64, of Eau Claire died Wednesday at HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire. Condolences go out to the family and friends of Paula Goodspeed, the former American Idol hopeful who was found dead in her car near the home of judge Paula Abdul on Tuesday night; People.com. 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. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. Copyright 2022 NBCUniversal Media, LLC. "She was not obsessed. I figure that's a compliment, because you're beautiful," Goodspeed said to Abdul. She was 32. John William Goodspeed, 71, a lifelong resident of South Bend, passed away suddenly on Wednesday morning, August 4, 2021 at his home. She was showing me where she lived. I really like Paula Abdul a lot. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. Please try again later. Cookies collect information about your preferences and your device and are used to make the site work as you expect it to, to understand how you interact with the site, and to show advertisements that are targeted to your interests. During her audition, she said that she often drew pictures of Abdul and been drawing them since she was young. 6000 De Soto Avnue, LA, CA 91367 is where Paula lives. PEOPLE.com and the Peoples Choice Awards are counting your votes! Your Scrapbook is currently empty. Both men have been inducted into Oklahoma City's Rodeo Hall of Fame at the National Cowboy Hall of Fame. 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. Cookies collect information about your preferences and your device and are used to make the site work as you expect it to, to understand how you interact with the site, and to show advertisements that are targeted to your interests. Whos your Favorite Star Under 35? 4 July 1978. Paula Goodspeed, 30, was found dead, an apparent suicide, Tuesday evening in her car, which was parked a few doors down from Abdul's Los Angeles home. But a relative of Goodspeed, who knew her well, disputes the characterization of her as a celebrity stalker. She. Goodspeed's Austin, Texas, audition in 2005 was featured prominently on "Idol," after she made it to Round 3 to sing before the judges. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. [6] She reportedly sent Abdul flowers prior to her suicide. Jess, who was born in 1912 and died in 1983, is buried in Wetumka, and Buck (born in 1907) still lives at Wetumka with his wife, Decie. At this address, there are 20 companies registered. Send Flowers. Paula Goodspeed was born on July 4, 1978 and died on November 11, 2008. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Add a Memory. Originario de Caborca, Sonora, en el norte de Mxico, Nodal, que proviene de . McIntyre said the whole family cheered when Goodspeed finally earned a chance to audition for Abdul, Cowell and fellow "Idol" judge Randy Jackson. Patricia Ann Davey Goodspeed 1925-2020 Patricia Ann Davey Goodspeed, (Patty Ann), passed away peacefully at Chantilly Lace Manor in Victorville on December 12, 2020 of . He had moved from New Orleans, LA, the city he so loved, in his last few years. It. 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. Copyright 2023 by NBC Universal, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Borgella was building a promising career in music, fashion, and television when she was diagnosed with cancer in 2013. Turn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? 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. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. (Markle) Goodspeed, loving wife, mother, daughter, and sister, of Bath, PA, passed away unexpectedly on January 7, 2015, at St. Luke's Hospital in Bethlehem, at the age of 45. Thousands apply each year to "American Idol," and a chosen few get to step up onto that stage, and grab for the dream, but sadly, some of the contestants we rooted for died tragically. Goodspeed's apparent suicide hit Simon Cowell hard. 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. Oh my god she changed her name for you, and I saw her name, I got really nervous. Paula said of Goodspeed. All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. We were told about her mental health problems and her fixation with Paula Abdul," said Capt. In a statement Wednesday to ABCNews.com, the singer and former Los Angeles Lakers cheerleader said: "I am deeply shocked and saddened at what transpired yesterday. Share Obituary. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? 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LOS ANGELES - A Paula Abdul groupie who bombed when she got her big chance to sing to the "American Idol" judge took her life in a car parked outside the former pop star's gated mansion, authorities said Wednesday. The motorist veered off the road and crashed into a tree this past Saturday. Paulas Sherman Oaks home is currently listed for sale, and Paula says she was glad not to be at home the day the heartbreaking event occurred. Try again later. Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles County, California, USA. When you visit this site, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. 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. This material may not be republished, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Meet the American Idol Season 20 Finalist behind the Stage Name, Who Has Carrie Underwood Dated before Mike Fisher? Wearing a long pink skirt, cropped top, pink high-heeled boots, a pink scarf in her hair and pink and green rubber bands on her braces, Goodspeed, who said she was also known for being a "fashion genius," was compared to Abdul by another judge, Simon Cowell. Paula Goodspeed was born on 4 July 1978 in Waterville, Maine, USA. "We were told she might try to overdose. How Marvel went big with Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania. She tried for "American Idol" in 2008, in Season 7, and was turned down flat by Simon Cowell. AmoMama creates engaging, meaningful content for women. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. Arrangements are pending at Lenmark-Gomsrud-Linn Funeral & Cremation Services, Eau Claire. Her drawings were showcased during her American Idol audition. American Idol Wiki is a FANDOM TV Community. She was cheery. Goodspeed, 30, was parked near Abdul's home in Los Angeles in November 2008. Easy access to major arteries for Shared by Paula. ). All rights reserved. Its not like Im moving just because of this, Paula explained. But, rather than sending them from herself, she signed the card "Hope you're doing great. 192.163.253.191 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. 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. 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. based on information from your browser. "I make life-sized drawings of Paula," Goodspeed said during the contestant interview that preceded her performance. "I'm not going to stop singing just because you don't like my voice.". Me and her went by Paulas house a couple of times. LaBelle was just 30 years old. She was a talented portrait artist focusing mainly on drawing Paula Abdul. As Goodspeed belted out her song wearing a pink gypsy skirt, pink boots and pink rubber bands on her braces, Abdul shook her head disapprovingly. He served 364 days in jail, Cohen lost her future. Entertainment Weekly may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. Please enter your email and password to sign in. 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. She wore the craziest outfits. Its just a sad situation all around., Reporting by JENNIFER GARCIA, LIZA HAMM and KEN LEE. All rights reserved. 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. The 30-year-old's body was discovered in a car near the. Condolences go out to the family and friends of Paula Goodspeed, the former American Idol hopeful who was found dead in her car near the home of judge Paula Abdul on Tuesday night; People.com reports that police are ruling Goodspeeds death by drug overdose as a suicide. I make life-size drawings of Paula. Offers may be subject to change without notice. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. 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. Goodspeed, Mary (Merchant, Mischke) Mary Margo Goodspeed, age 76, passed away peacefully in Coon Rapids, MN on Thursday, November 28th, 2019, after dealing with Lewy Body Dementia for five years. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. Copyright 2022 NBCUniversal Media, LLC. GOODSPEED, RAYMOND JOHN Raymond John Goodspeed passed away on Friday morning, October 6, 2006 in The Woodlands, Texas. Her drawings were showcased during her American Idol audition. NICOLE GOODSPEED OBITUARY. A woman who authorities said once tried to become a contestant on "American Idol" was found dead outside the Sherman Oaks home of "Idol" judge Paula Abdul in a . This account has been disabled. According to Sadler, McKibbin suffered an aneurysm on October 28 and had been on life support since then. Obituary. 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. "You have so much metal in your mouth," Cowell said. Placed Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? who is hunter in the summer wells case; radiolab: war of the worlds quizlet; bearish engulfing pattern followed by doji; rezo cut uk; othersites. Thanks for your help! Sorry! Torregiani, Abdul called him asking why he had changed his number, a source close to Abdul tells PEOPLE. Simon Cowell Is Reportedly Crazy over Son and His Reaction to Seeing Him the 1st Time Proved It, Kelly Clarkson Said She Will Be Single Forever Amid Divorce from Ex Who Was Using Her for Money, Kelly Clarkson's Dad Wanted Kids at His Side When on His Deathbed Kelly 'Did Not Show up, Claims Brother, Who Is Leah Marlenes Dad? Changed Her Name to Paula On Tuesday night, the body of the 30-year-old aspiring singer was found in a car near Abdul's home in Los Angeles, an apparent suicide victim from what police believe. LaBelle didn't win but she did launch her own singing career and landed a recording deal with Epic Records. ", Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information. Gender Find an Obituary. Reuters reported that prescription pills, along with CDs and pictures of Abdul, were found in the car. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. [6] She reportedly sent Abdul flowers prior to her suicide. When McIntyre visited California, her aunt showed her Abduls house, but not in a way that suggested she was a stalker. 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. Paula Julie Abdul (born June 19, 1962) [2] is an American singer, dancer, choreographer, actress, and television personality. ", Jackson dismissed the song as "terrible," and Cowell made fun of Goodspeed's braces. Robert J. Birnbaum - Weinstein Mortuary Paula Goodspeed 8. ), but never complained and always greeted friends and family with a smile and kind words. Entertainment Weekly is a registered trademark of Meredith Corporation All Rights Reserved.