A law enforcement source told the Los Angeles Times that she was known to the LAPD's threat management unit, which investigates stalking cases. Try again. She was a sweet person, very nice, but a little insecure.. The family member relayed her psychiatric history including her Paula Abdul fixation," Bonfiglio said. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. Continuing with this request will add an alert to the cemetery page and any new volunteers will have the opportunity to fulfill your request. Cloudflare Ray ID: 7a2da7212f873179 He was born at the family home on Seaview Street in Chatham on December 16, 1938. Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? He served 364 days in jail, Cohen lost her future. A former American Idol contestant apparently infatuated with Paula Abdul was found dead Tuesday night in a car near Abduls Los Angeles house. Goodspeeds Idol audition was prominently featured by the show, and in her interview with host Ryan Seacrest, she clearly expressed her affection for Abdul. Jess' widow, Ella, also lives in Wetumka. She was terrified, says the source. Sign the Guest Book. "It's very hard reading such awful things being written about yourself," she wrote. I didnt do anything, she said of the suspected suicide. 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. Add to your scrapbook. Deeds & Deals. The British judge said the death in November of Paula Goodspeed, 30, a fan of fellow "Idol" judge Paula Abdul who was ridiculed when she tried out in 2005, "hit us like an express train. AmoMama creates engaging, meaningful content for women. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. Your Scrapbook is currently empty. 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. 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. You know, [she] had attempted to do that a few months prior, Paula continued. 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. Evelyn Louise Goodspeed Obituary We are sad to announce that on February 26, 2023 we had to say goodbye to Evelyn Louise Goodspeed (Thomson, Georgia). Watch Access Hollywood Monday and Tuesday nights for more of Paulas interview, and check back here soon to read about Paulas relationship with new Idol judge Kara DioGuardi. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. Pam Grier reflects on her most iconic roles, from, People.com reports that police are ruling Goodspeeds death by drug overdose as a suicide, A recap of the 2006 American Idol episode featuring Paula Goodspeed, criticizing Simons ridicule of her braces, People.com: Paula Goodspeed Went to Abduls House Before. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. Sorry! Rickey Smith sang up a storm on Season 2 in 2003, but he was up against Ruben Studdard, and ended up being eliminated. [Im] living with security full time now, its just different. She and Paula Abdul actually had coffee together at Starbucks once," said Goodspeed's niece Sonja McIntyre, 20. Its a different thing, she added. Sheadored Paula Abdul since she was a teenager. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. Mark J Goodspeed of Kearney, Buffalo County, Nebraska was born on December 1, 1956. 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. LaBelle was just 30 years old. Her drawings were showcased during her American Idol audition. 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. "I have to believe there is something good about me," Goodspeed wrote. ). There is a problem with your email/password. Gloria A. 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. Copyright 2023 Meredith Corporation. Our officers discovered her vehicle parked on the street, and found her inside. Last week, Paula Abdul got flowers with a note signed, Love, J.T. and the message, Hope youre doing great. La ex concursante de "America's Got Talent", Skilyr Hicks, muri el lunes a los 23 aos. I really like Paula Abdul a lot. Obituary: Muriel Mitchell Goodspeed. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. ", Abdul said she was "speechless," adding, "that's not a great thing. Failed to delete memorial. "She's very cool. But after singing her rendition of Tina Turners Proud Mary, the woman was roundly panned by the shows judges. It is with equal measures of relief and sadness . Originario de Caborca, Sonora, en el norte de Mxico, Nodal, que proviene de . ANDREW WALLENSTEIN: It's safe to say that Paula Goodspeed was a troubled woman. Learn more about managing a memorial . Death 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. 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. There was an error deleting this problem. date of birth. Paula did make a couple references to Paula Abdul, but nothing really out of the ordinary.. 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.. Gender The sheriffs determined that Ms. Goodspeed may be up in the vicinity by Paula Abduls house. Excerpts of the coroner's report, which was released. James Miller. Meet the American Idol Season 20 Finalist behind the Stage Name, Who Has Carrie Underwood Dated before Mike Fisher? 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. This article "Paula Goodspeed" is from Wikipedia. The 42-year-old McKibbin was taken off life support after her condition was declared irreversible by doctors and her organs were donated. And because TMZ thrives under situations that are part devastating, part exploitative, the Web site has already dug up . When he said he hadnt, Abdul knew immediately who really sent them: ex-American Idol contestant Paula Goodspeed, according to the source. "It's very hard reading such awful things being written about yourself or hearing things being said," she wrote. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. Female Sandra May McIntyre, known professionally as Paula Goodspeed (born July 4th, 1978 - November 11th, 2008) was a contestant on Season 5 of American Idol . Phil Goodspeed lived 93 years, facing all kinds of physical adversity (missing hip, failed kidneys, etc. Share Obituary. 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. That's like a bridge. January 8, 2015. Paula Goodspeed, 30, a Season 5 contender whose. 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. In an interview with host Ryan Seacrest, she admitted to being a diehard Abdul fan. 6000 De Soto Avnue, LA, CA 91367 is where Paula lives. Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. Cowell had mocked Goodspeed, including her braces and he resolved that his rejections would be phrased in a less destructive manner from then on. In 2016, a driver barreling down the highway the wrong way hit his Smith's car head-on and claimed his life. Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. It. To use this feature, use a newer browser. Over the last three years since Goodspeed was dismissed from her disastrous Idol audition with derisive comments from judges Simon Cowell and Randy Jackson Abdul has received more than 100 letters, numerous phone calls and uninvited visits from Goodspeed, the source says. Alexis Cohen was a fighter. 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]. ", Randy Jackson, the third judge, said, "That was terrible. Paula said the tragic event in November has made her home vulnerable to future disturbed fans. She was an actress, known for American Idol (2002). [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]. based on information from your browser. Born July 4, 1978 Died November 11, 2008 (30) Showcase yourself on IMDbPro Add to list Known for American Idol 4.2 TV Series Self 2006 1 ep Credits Actress1 Self1 There are no volunteers for this cemetery. Both men have been inducted into Oklahoma City's Rodeo Hall of Fame at the National Cowboy Hall of Fame. We collect and tell stories of people from all around the world. Torregiani, Abdul called him asking why he had changed his number, a source close to Abdul tells PEOPLE. 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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. Year should not be greater than current year. Goodspeed was eliminated during her first audition phase, but she tried again in Season 6 and continued to harass Abdul. The death of Paula Goodspeed is a tragedy, said Gina Serpe and Jason Kennedy in E! I am deeply shocked and saddened at what transpired yesterday, Abdul said in a statement. Paula is the owner of phone number (818) 347-1849 (Pacific Bell). This account has been disabled. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. ALBANY. 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Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. Try again later. The motorist veered off the road and crashed into a tree this past Saturday. Lisa Daniello bought property on 24 Parkwood St. from Roger Williams and Audrey Williams for $225,000. 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.. It was terrible, what was that? said Randy Jackson. Photo: Fitzroy Barrett/Landov; Courtesy Entertainment Tonight/Reuters/Landov, 'American Idol' Judges Through the Years in Honor of the Show's 20th Anniversary, Buffalo Woman Went to Tops Supermarket and Saw Police Cars. Looking for Roger Stricker online? Average Age & Life Expectancy Mark J Goodspeed lived 33 years shorter than the average Goodspeed family member when he died at the age of 41. PEOPLE.com and the Peoples Choice Awards are counting your votes! All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. Shocked family members denied Goodspeed was obsessed with Abdul, although cops found a photo of Abdul hanging from the rearview mirror of the car, which had a vanity plate that read ABL LV. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. "My first drawing was of Paula Abdul.". In 2008, Goodspeed committed suicide via a drug overdose in her car outside of Paula Abdul's home in Sherman Oaks, California. Because the truth of the matter is we brought them there. Send Flowers. "It appears to be a suicide by overdose," Detective Robert Bub of the Los Angeles Police Department told Reuters. Easy access to major arteries for Shared by Paula. 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. Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. 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. Judge Paula Abdul at the American Idol Season Three Grand Finale in 2004 in Hollywood | Source: Getty Images. 0 references. This material may not be republished, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. 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? He had moved from New Orleans, LA, the city he so loved, in his last few years. Find an Obituary. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. In 2008, Goodspeed was found dead of an overdose in her car, parked close to Abdul's home. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. It was tumultuous, for me.. (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. ), but never complained and always greeted friends and family with a smile and kind words. HANSEN , Lorraine C., 96, of Eau Claire died April 30 at Heritage Court Memory Care in Eau Claire. Me and her went by Paulas house a couple of times. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. None There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? Paula was 30 years old at the time of death. Sandra May McIntyre, known professionally as Paula Goodspeed (born July 4th, 1978 - November 11th, 2008) was a contestant on Season 5 of American Idol. 's 'Bold, Interesting Play', 2000: Ending a 15-year obsession, Brooke Shields stalker is arrested, 2005: Paula finally ends her battle with chronic pain. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. Hometown Her parents, who reported her missing the same day, had previously told sheriffs that they thought she would be at Abdul's house. Paula Goodspeed was born on 4 July 1978 in Waterville, Maine, USA. Obituary. 1 reference. 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. 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.