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Extra.ie
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Lorraine Kelly slammed for 'pathetic' tribute to Kim Woodburn
Lorraine Kelly has been slammed following her 'pathetic' tribute to the late Kim Woodburn on Tuesday. The TV legend, with credits including How Clean Is Your Home and Celebrity Big Brother, died on Monday following a short illness. Kim's representative confirmed her death in a statement on Tuesday with Lorraine announcing the news during her namesake ITV show. Lorraine Kelly has been branded as 'evil' following her 'pathetic' tribute to the late Kim Woodburn on Tuesday. Pic: Ken McKay/ITV/REX/Shutterstock As a picture of Kim appeared on the screen, Lorraine said: 'Kim Woodburn, who I'm sure you know well, she's died at the age of 83. Famous, of course, for How Clean Is Your House and her controversial time on Celebrity Big Brother. 'A representative for Kim said: 'It is with immense sadness that we let you know our beloved Kim Woodburn passed away yesterday following a short illness.'' The short and emotionless announcement saw Lorraine attacked on social media with many finding that the piece lacked empathy. That pathetic 'tribute' from Lorraine Kelly to our Kim was an insult. She didn't sound the least bit bothered… how disrespectful. — Rich J (@richyj1504) June 17, 2025 One person said: 'That pathetic 'tribute' from Lorraine Kelly to our Kim was an insult. She didn't sound the least bit bothered… how disrespectful.' Another shared: 'I can't stop thinking about Lorraine Kelly apathetically announcing Kim Woodburn's death.' A third commented: 'Why does Lorraine Kelly actually sound happy that the fact Kim Woodburn has died? Also about time she hosted her own show.' Kim's death came not long after her management took to her social media accounts confirming she would be 'unable to record any further videos for the foreseeable future' due to health problems. Pic: Ken McKay/ITV/Shutterstock Kim's death came not long after her management took to her social media accounts confirming she would be 'unable to record any further videos for the foreseeable future' due to health problems. The Hampshire native had been active online, regularly interacting with her fanbase as well as recording Cameo videos for those who ordered them. With her cleaning shows, which also included Kim's Rude Awakenings, she was dubbed the Queen of Clean. Kim also appeared on a number of reality shows. In 2009 she appeared on I'm a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! and she entered the Celebrity Big Brother house in 2017, resulting in a string of iconic moments.
Extra.ie
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
TV legend Kim Woodburn dies following short illness
Kim Woodburn has died following a short illness at the age of 83. The TV legend sparked concern among fans earlier in the year after her management team confirmed she would be taking a step back from work duties after she was rushed to the hospital. The Hampshire native rose to fame on the Channel 4 show, How Clean is Your House, which she starred in alongside Aggie MacKenzie. Kim Woodburn has died following a short illness at the age of 83 years old. Pic: Mike Lawn/REX/Shutterstock A statement released by Kim's representative confirmed her passing on Monday. Speaking to The Sun, they said: 'It is with immense sadness that we let you know our beloved Kim Woodburn passed away yesterday following a short illness. 'Kim was an incredibly kind, caring, charismatic and strong person. Her husband Peter is heartbroken at the loss of his soulmate. Kim Woodburn and husband Peter. Pic: REX 'We are so proud of the amazing things Kim achieved in her life and career.' They added: 'We kindly ask that Kim's husband and close friends are given the time and privacy they need to grieve. 'We will not be releasing further details.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by Peter Woodburn (@kimwoodburn) Kim regularly interacted with her fans via Instagram and also shared personalised messages via Cameo. Earlier in the year, her management took to her socials to share: 'We regret to tell you that Kim is unable to record further videos until Friday 7th March.' A follow-up, shared on March 2, said Kim would be 'unable to record any further videos for the foreseeable future.' Kim Woodburn tells Katie Price what she really thinks of her on I'm A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here. Pic: ITV/REX/Shutterstock The statement read: '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 all.' In the post caption, Kim wrote: 'No more videos for now, my loves, I need to get better.' With her cleaning shows, which also included Kim's Rude Awakenings, she was dubbed the Queen of Clean. Kim also appeared on a number of reality shows. In 2009 she appeared on I'm a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! and she entered the Celebrity Big Brother house in 2017 resulting in a string of iconic moments.
Irish Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
CBB star Kim Woodburn dies aged 83 as loved ones pay tribute
English television personality Kim Woodburn has passed away at the age of 83 after a short illness. Kim, who was affectionately known as the "Queen of Clean", rose to fame in the mid-2000s when she co-presented How Clean is your House? on Channel 4, as well as its Canadian spin-off, Kim's Rude Awakenings. The Hampshire native went on to appear on a number of reality TV shows over the years, including I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! and Celebrity Big Brother. A representative for Kim shared in a statement: "It is with immense sadness that we let you know our beloved Kim Woodburn passed away yesterday following a short illness. "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. We kindly ask that Kim's husband and close friends are given the time and privacy they need to grieve. "We will not be releasing any further details." Kim had confirmed in March that she would be stepping back from public life as she had been diagnosed with a health problem.
