Originally from Oyster Cove, Long Island, Joanne began entertaining at a young age. She became a singer, songwriter, model and actress most notably appearing on American Idol, season 7.
In 2013 Joanne shared with her fans that she had a rare form on cancer. She passed in the early morning of October 18, 2014.
At an early age, Joanne made a choice to serve and trust the Lord; and since her diagnosis over a year ago, Joanne made a choice to also be a fighter and share her journey with the world. Her faith, courage and strength were unshaken throughout every obstacle she encountered. Although our family is suffering with this great loss, we find comfort in the closeness Joanne shared with the Lord. We know her spirit still shines and will continue to live on in heaven.∼Singer and model. Former 2008 "American Idol" contestant. Borgella started out being signed to Wilhelmina Models in New York City, Miami and LA. Borgella died at age 32 from a rare form of endometrial cancer that had spread to her brain.
In 2013 Joanne shared with her fans that she had a rare form on cancer. She passed in the early morning of October 18, 2014.
At an early age, Joanne made a choice to serve and trust the Lord; and since her diagnosis over a year ago, Joanne made a choice to also be a fighter and share her journey with the world. Her faith, courage and strength were unshaken throughout every obstacle she encountered. Although our family is suffering with this great loss, we find comfort in the closeness Joanne shared with the Lord. We know her spirit still shines and will continue to live on in heaven.∼Singer and model. Former 2008 "American Idol" contestant. Borgella started out being signed to Wilhelmina Models in New York City, Miami and LA. Borgella died at age 32 from a rare form of endometrial cancer that had spread to her brain.
Originally from Oyster Cove, Long Island, Joanne began entertaining at a young age. She became a singer, songwriter, model and actress most notably appearing on American Idol, season 7.
In 2013 Joanne shared with her fans that she had a rare form on cancer. She passed in the early morning of October 18, 2014.
At an early age, Joanne made a choice to serve and trust the Lord; and since her diagnosis over a year ago, Joanne made a choice to also be a fighter and share her journey with the world. Her faith, courage and strength were unshaken throughout every obstacle she encountered. Although our family is suffering with this great loss, we find comfort in the closeness Joanne shared with the Lord. We know her spirit still shines and will continue to live on in heaven.∼Singer and model. Former 2008 "American Idol" contestant. Borgella started out being signed to Wilhelmina Models in New York City, Miami and LA. Borgella died at age 32 from a rare form of endometrial cancer that had spread to her brain.
In 2013 Joanne shared with her fans that she had a rare form on cancer. She passed in the early morning of October 18, 2014.
At an early age, Joanne made a choice to serve and trust the Lord; and since her diagnosis over a year ago, Joanne made a choice to also be a fighter and share her journey with the world. Her faith, courage and strength were unshaken throughout every obstacle she encountered. Although our family is suffering with this great loss, we find comfort in the closeness Joanne shared with the Lord. We know her spirit still shines and will continue to live on in heaven.∼Singer and model. Former 2008 "American Idol" contestant. Borgella started out being signed to Wilhelmina Models in New York City, Miami and LA. Borgella died at age 32 from a rare form of endometrial cancer that had spread to her brain.
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