Reports say singer Mindy McCready committed suicide (Video)

On Feb. 17, 2013, country singer Mindy McCready died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

According to Dallas Film Industry Examiner Raine Devries, McCready, 37, was a country music singer who recorded five studio albums, including her debut album "Ten Thousand Angels" in 1996.

Also, reports coming out of Nashville this evening say that country singer Mindy McCready has died from committing suicide by a self-inflicted gunshot. News reports are pending.

Her body was found at her home in Heber Springs, Arkansas.

McCready gained notoriety back in 2008 when her relationship with Roger Clemens was made public.

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"Born Malinda Gayle McCready in Fort Myers, Fla., McCready began singing in her local Pentecostal church at age three. She graduated from high school at the age of 16 with the intention of beginning her music career early.

Her death was confirmed by a friend of her family." - Wikipedia

Condolences go out to Mindy McCready's family, which includes two young sons, friends and fans.

Earlier in the month McCready had been committed to a mental health facility (see video). Here she is at Facebook.

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