Kim Woodburn, the legendary reality TV star known for her no-nonsense sass and spotless cleaning expertise, has sadly passed away at the age of 83.
Her manager confirmed the heartbreaking news to BBC News, revealing that the How Clean Is Your House and Celebrity Big Brother star died following a short illness.
"It is with immense sadness that we let you know our beloved Kim Woodburn passed away yesterday following a short illness," her manager said in a statement.
"Kim was an incredibly kind, caring, charismatic and strong person. Her husband Peter is heartbroken at the loss of his soulmate. We are so proud of the amazing things Kim achieved in her life and career."
Known for her sharp tongue, fearless opinions, and unforgettable TV moments, Kim became a cult favorite among fans of British reality television.
Her passing follows a recent wave of health concerns. Kim had been cancelling work commitments and updating fans that she was taking time off.
In her final video posted on Valentine’s Day, she cheerfully greeted her fans: "Hello my loves! I hope you are all okay and keeping well."
Earlier this year, Kim told her followers: "No more videos for now, my loves, I need to get better!"
A post on her Instagram added: "We regret to tell you that Kim is unable to record any further videos for the foreseeable future, due to a health problem. Kim sends her love to you all."
She had also undergone eye surgery, and previously opened up about her lifelong battle with partial blindness, per the Sun.
In a 2011 interview, Kim revealed: "If you watch me carefully you will see I never stare at people and I blink a lot.
"If I do have to see something across the room I swivel my entire body around and look from my good eye. I was born with little or no sight in my right eye and not great sight in my left eye."
Born in March 1942, Kim left home at just 16 and later worked as a live-in cleaner. But it wasn’t until 2002 that her life dramatically changed.
Channel 4 sought a cleaner with a “funny temperament” for a new show - and Kim was the perfect match. After a screen test, she was paired with Aggie MacKenzie, and the hit show How Clean Is Your House was born. The pair hosted six series up to 2009.
Later that same year, Kim joined the jungle cast of I'm A Celebrity, finishing as runner-up to Gino D’Acampo.
She then graced Celebrity Come Dine With Me and became a fan-favorite on Big Brother’s spin-offs, before entering the Celebrity Big Brother house in 2017, where she finished in third place.
From tackling filthy homes to sparking fiery debates in the Big Brother house, she built a reputation as one of TV’s most outspoken - and beloved - personalities.