David Cook announces Brothers death at Cancer Fundraiser

Adam Cook the brother of American Idol winner David Cook died of brain cancer. Adam Cook has been battling a brain tumor for more than a decade. David made this announcement prior to the Race for Hope 5K in Washington, D.C.:

"I actually lost my brother yesterday to a brain tumor and I couldn't imagine being anywhere else right now," Cook told the crowd at the brain cancer research benefit, at which Cook served as the grand marshal and competitor, as his team had raised more than $40,000.

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American Idol winner David Cook back on tour

David Cook, last season’s “American Idol” winner, canceled two scheduled shows this week to deal with “family matters.”
No specifics were given on the “family matters,” but Cook’s brother, Adam, has been battling brain cancer. David Cook's representative told People magazine that Cook spent time with Adam last week.
The canceled shows were scheduled in New Hampshire and Connecticut, as part of his first tour, “The Declaration Tour,” running through October. The tour started in February to support his self-titled debut album.
He plans to hit the road again Thursday, according to his rep. Concert dates are currently scheduled through October.