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Big Brother’ Alum Mickey Lee Dies at 35 on Christmas Day

Her family announced the death after days of ICU care described on a fundraiser as following flu‑related cardiac arrests.

Overview

  • Mickey Lee’s family said on Dec. 26 that she died on Dec. 25 at age 35, sharing the news in a statement on her Instagram account.
  • According to a GoFundMe created Dec. 22, she experienced a series of cardiac arrests linked to flu complications and was in the ICU in critical but stable condition.
  • The fundraiser reported roughly $31,000 to nearly $33,000 raised toward a $40,000 goal for uncovered medical expenses and related family costs.
  • Her family requested privacy as they grieve and said details about memorial services will be provided at a later date.
  • Lee competed on Season 27 of Big Brother, was evicted on Day 59 in 10th place, and was mourned by castmates and host Julie Chen Moonves, who noted Lee had previously disclosed a heart condition and a serious ATV crash.