Big Brother alum Mickey Lee, who competed on season 27 of the CBS aggressive actuality collection this previous summer time, has died, days after her household revealed she had been hospitalized and was in "vital situation" after struggling a "collection of cardiac arrests." She was 35.

Lee's household introduced her dying in an Instagram put up shared on Friday, revealing that the truth TV star died on Christmas Day. "Mickey captured the hearts of audiences nationwide by way of her look on Massive Brother, the place her authenticity, power, and spirit left a long-lasting impression on followers and fellow solid members alike," the put up learn. "She can be remembered for the enjoyment she introduced into the lives of so many and for the real connections she shaped each on and off display screen."

"The household extends their deepest gratitude to everybody who has provided prayers, love, and assist throughout this extremely tough time. Your kindness has been felt and is sincerely appreciated," the observe continued.

Lee's household concluded the put up with the message, "Because the household mourns this great loss, they respectfully request privateness throughout this vital time of bereavement. Particulars concerning memorial providers and preparations can be shared at a later date. Mickey's mild, legacy, and affect won’t ever be forgotten."

The day earlier than, a observe from Lee's household shared on Instagram advised her followers that they had been strolling by way of a "vital second concerning Mickey."

"We really feel the love surrounding us and we’re extremely grateful. Proper now, our household wants quiet, area, and uninterrupted time to concentrate on her care and on each other," the observe continued. "We respectfully ask that calls, texts, and messages pause for now. Your prayers imply greater than phrases, and we are going to share updates after we are ready. Thanks for honoring our want for privateness throughout this very tough time."

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A GoFundMe web page arrange on Lee's behalf days earlier than her dying detailed her situation and known as for assist to assist cowl the bills incurred by this "sudden well being disaster."

"Mickey just lately suffered a collection of cardiac arrests and is now within the ICU in vital however secure situation. She has been surrounded by medical professionals and family members, however the highway forward can be lengthy and difficult," fundraiser organizer Kori Smith famous.

Lee's household is asking for donations as her well being emergency has left them "going through monumental emotional and monetary pressure from mounting hospital payments to ongoing care and restoration prices."

"Mickey has touched so many lives by way of her braveness, daring persona, and unforgettable presence on Massive Brother. Let's present her the identical love and assist now when she wants it most. Thanks in your generosity, prayers, and assist," the web page reads.

The GoFundMe has raised over $31,000 of its $40,000 purpose as of publication.

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Initially hailing from Jacksonville, Fla., Lee resided in Atlanta and described herself as an occasion curator throughout her run on Massive Brother earlier this yr. She made it to day 59 earlier than being evicted, ending in tenth place, someday earlier than franchise fan favourite Rachel Reilly was despatched dwelling.
"We’re past saddened by the information," Reilly wrote in an Instagram Story Friday of Lee's dying. "Thanks for bringing your mild to the world. You may be missed. This doesn't really feel actual. heartbroken that you just're gone. You'll all the time have a spot in my coronary heart."
Jimmy Heagerty, who was the fourth houseguest evicted in season 27, wrote in an Instagram Story, "Endlessly my woman. Relaxation in Energy Micks."
Massive Brother legend Danielle Reyes paid tribute to Lee on X. "My coronary heart goes out to the BB household on the lack of Mickey, particularly throughout Christmas," she wrote. "Whereas I didn’t know her personally, it’s clear she was deeply cherished. Sending condolences, power, and like to her household and all who’re grieving."

Although Lee didn't advance to the climactic finale, she was popular with her fellow houseguests. Throughout an interview with Leisure Weekly simply days earlier than Ashley Hollis' win, Cliffton "Will" Williams, a 50-year-old faculty sports activities podcaster who was evicted on day 66 and returned as a member of the jury that finally selected the winner, named Lee because the one contestant voted out pre-jury that he wished he might have saved.

"Mickey for certain. Mickey and I had been shut in the home, and she or he's a superb good friend. We vibed quite a bit in the home. She was a tremendous prepare dinner, and I miss that," he mentioned.

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