Aggie MacKenzie pays tribute to ‘unforgettable' co-star Kim Woodburn after How Clean Is Your House legend's tragic death
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AGGIE MacKenzie has paid tribute to her 'unforgettable' co-star, Kim Woodburn, following her tragic death.
The Queen of Clean, who rose to fame in Channel 4's hit series How Clean is Your House, passed away yesterday aged 83.
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Kim & Aggie became household names from the TV show 'How Clean Is Your House?'
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Aggie MacKenzie (left) and Kim Woodburn (right) from Channel 4 television's How Clean Is Your House
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Kim Woodburn has sadly died aged 83
Aggie MacKenzie, Kim's co-star on Channel 4, told The Sun in a tribute: "Kim was a tormented soul, but now she's finally at peace."
"We clashed often. Behind the fierce persona was deep pain and incredible strength.
"She survived because she had to.
"I hope she's resting now. She was an unforgettable woman."
In 2002, Channel 4 reached out to a cleaning company seeking a cleaner with a "funny temperament" and Kim Woodburn was recommended.
She was paired with Aggie MacKenzie following a screen test, with filming for the now iconic show beginning just weeks later.
The duo fronted the show for six series up until August 2009.
Aggie's partnership with Kim was strictly professional.
The two were not friends outside of their work.
Their relationship became strained during the later years of How Clean Is Your House?
Kim Woodburn's husband pays touching tribute to 'wonderful' wife after TV icon's tragic death aged 83
Aggie even said they 'did not speak' during the final two series.
Kim previously said she wished Aggie well, but also acknowledged they were never friends, simply 'a great double act'.
Tributes have been flooding in for the late TV icon.
Her husband posted a sweet video on Instagram this morning, captioned: "My wonderful, beautiful, Kim passed away last night. God bless, my love, xx xx."
X Factor legends Jedward said: "Rest in Peace Kim Woodburn you will forever be our Celebrity Big Brother Friend!
"We grew up watching you and to share those memories together you will be truly missed for the TV gold you created for all generations."
One devastated fan called her an "absolute icon of reality TV".
"I actually can't believe she's died," another said on X, while one posted: "RIP diva."
A third posted: "I am genuinely upset to hear that Kim Woodburn has passed. What an icon who reached her prime later in life. Rest In Peace."
Lizzie Cundy paid tribute on X, writing: "Very sad to hear Kim Woodburn has passed away.
"We had many fun times on the Big Brother Bit on the side show, such a character and she always said what she thought! A ball of energy that will be very much missed. Rest in peace Kim."
Talent agent Craig Johnson-Pass wrote: "Thank you for all the amazing, fun, wonderful times. You weren't just a client you were a friend. Will miss you Kim, fly high."
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