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Former ‘American Idol’ Contender Luke Menard ‘Cancer Free’

Former “American Idol” Season 7 contender Luke Menard is cancer free.

The Crawfordsville, Indiana based singer, was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma, just days after being voted off the FOX reality show this past March. But he told AccessHollywood.com that the holidays have brought him good news about his health.

Former ‘Idol’ Luke Menard Not Letting Cancer Interfere With Music Career

Former “American Idol” contender Luke Menard is continuing on with his music career despite his recent cancer diagnosis.

In May, it was revealed that the Top 24 contestant from Season 7 was battling Hodgkin’s lymphoma, and though he has been busy receiving treatment for the disease, he continues to work on new music.

David Cook & Fellow Season 7 ‘Idol’s’ Visit Luke Menard In Hospital

David Cook and several of his “American Idol” pals recently made a trip to visit Luke Menard in the hospital.

Find out what Cook had to say about supporting his friend, who is suffering from Hodkin’s lymphoma.

Former ‘Idol’ Contender Luke Menard Diagnosed With Cancer

Carpet layer-turned-one-time “American Idol” hopeful Luke Menard has been diagnosed with cancer.

The handsome Season 7 contender, who was kicked off as “Idol” whittled their top 24 to a top 10, has Hodgkin lymphoma, a rep for his a capella ensemble Chapter 6, confirmed to CBS news.

'American Idol' Crowns Top 24

“American Idol” unveiled the top 24 on Tuesday night, sending through a few early favorites, but letting go some of the contenders fans had already grown attached to.

Read on to find out who was put through to the next round.