Fans of reality TV are mourning the loss of Mickey Lee, the bold and unforgettable star of ‘Big Brother’ Season 27. Known for her vibrant personality and fearless gameplay, Lee’s passing has led to an outpouring of grief from fans and fellow castmates alike.

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Big Brother Star Mickey Lee Passes After Health Crisis

In a heartfelt Instagram post on Friday, her family wrote, “With profound sadness, the family of Mickey Lee announces her transition on Christmas in the early evening.” They also celebrated her impact, stating that Lee “captured the hearts of audiences nationwide” during her time on ‘Big Brother’ and will be remembered for the joy and laughter she brought to fans and loved ones alike.

Earlier this month, Lee’s family and supporters launched a GoFundMe campaign after she suffered a series of cardiac arrests linked to flu complications. The fundraiser noted that she had been in the ICU, in critical but stable condition, surrounded by family and medical staff. It also highlighted the emotional and financial strain on her loved ones due to mounting hospital and ongoing care costs, illustrating just how sudden and serious her health crisis had become. Her passing has prompted an outpouring of condolences from fans and former castmates, many remembering her for her infectious personality and fearless gameplay that made her a standout in the ‘Big Brother’ house.

Fans Flood Social Media Mourning Mickey Lee

Fans immediately flooded The Shade Room Instagram comment section to mourn Mickey Lee’s passing. Many shared prayers and heartfelt condolences for her family, while others expressed their love for her on ‘Big Brother’ and remembered her bold, vibrant personality. Meanwhile, some commenters used the moment to encourage everyone to take care of themselves and cherish their loved ones.

One Instagram user @bingeworthy shared, “This is so heartbreaking ”

Another Instagram user @speedrunnernyc said, “Take care of yourselves! Especially the young ones“

Additionally, Instagram user @blackculturenews added, “Just for clarity, she was born with a hole in her heart, so the flu only made this health condition worse. RIP ”

Meanwhile, Instagram user @ms4thestars wrote, “I’m a BB superfan, and this really breaks my heart! R.I.P Mickey”

While Instagram user @themaster_connector said, “This is so sad! I just saw her at two events two weeks ago. Sending prayers to her family. ”

Finally, Instagram user @itsmimize commented, “So young & beautiful ”

Ashley Hollis Reached Out Before Mickey Lee Passed

Mickey Lee’s passing has prompted reactions from many of her castmates, including co-star Ashley Hollis, who revealed she had tried to reconcile with Lee before her death. After the show ended, Lee had shared that she felt like the only “traditional Black woman” in the house, later clarifying she meant she was the most “stereotypical” Black woman without diminishing Hollis. Hollis had previously responded to Lee’s comments by sharing videos of her parents, which some perceived as mocking; however, she now states that she reached out weeks ago to try to bury the hatchet, emphasizing that she cared about Mickey and didn’t want the show’s two Black women to be pitted against each other.

Hollis faced some backlash for posting the text publicly, with critics claiming she was trying to improve her image after Lee’s passing. She eventually deleted the post but explained on X that she only shared it after receiving pushback for her earlier tribute to Mickey, highlighting the complicated mix of grief, reconciliation, and public scrutiny surrounding the situation.

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