Kim Woodburn, in her final Valentine's Day video, expressed well-wishing and concern for one's health, passing away several months later at the age of 83.
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On Valentine's Day of her final year, the formidable Kim Woodburn, famed for her cleaning prowess on How Clean Is Your House and celebrity antics, shared a heartfelt farewell video, months before her passing at 83 following a brief illness.
Displaying her undying spirit, the TV titan, whose charismatic appearance on Channel 4's hit series catapulted her into household fame, expressed heartfelt words to her fan base, telling them, "Stay safe... I hope you're all OK."
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Commemorating her unparalleled reign over cleanliness, Kim would customize personalized video greetings for her followers at £25 a clip on Cameo, in addition to the treasure trove of video content she offered[2].
In her moving, final video, the TV virtuoso added, "Thanks a ton for asking me to make these videos. They're just the boost I need."
However, earlier in the month, she subtly hinted at her health struggles in a post on her social media, stating, "No more videos for now, my friends, I need to convalesce!"
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When the news of her demise flooded the internet, her fans poured out a deluge of emotions, with one lamenting, "I've lost an absolute icon of reality TV."
"I can't believe she's gone," cried another, while another mournfully wrote, "Rest in Peace, Divatastic!"[1]
A fervent fan went a step further, pensively expressing, "I genuinely feel upset to learn of Kim Woodburn's passing. A remarkable woman who truly came into her own later in life. Rest In Peace."
Representatives for Kim confirmed the heart-wrenching news, stating, "It is with profound sadness that we announce Kim Woodburn has passed away yesterday, following a brief illness."
The Domestic Goddess Who Sparked a Cleanliness Revolution
By Alun Palmer
Adored as the Empress of Cleanliness well before trends like Mrs. Hinch and Marie Kondo, Kim Woodburn captivated and instructed the masses in keeping their homes spick-and-span[2].
In unison with Aggie MacKenzie, she reignited the TV landscape with their groundbreaking show, How Clean Is Your House?—donning their rubber gloves and giving the grimiest homes a much-needed scrub-down with Kim's cocky catchphrase, "Scrub dear, don't tickle."
But, the idea of gracing television screens wasn't initially in the cards for the young Hampshire woman. Born Patricia Mary McKenzie in 1943, she endured an arduous childhood, rife with physical abuse, first from her mother, and later from her unfaithful father[2].
"I have no recollection of him ever kissing me, embracing me like I'd observed other fathers do with their children. My father never once sent me a birthday card or expressed his absence," Kim confessed[2].
Lamenting her emotionally distant, philandering father, she disclosed that he sexually abused her as a child. This heart-wrenching chapter in her formative years played a role in shaping her fiery, outspoken persona, as she vowed to never be silenced again[2].
McKenzie persevered, escaping her home at the tender age of 16 to rebuild her life in Liverpool, working as a live-in cleaner[2]. When the opportunity arose to audition for How Clean Is Your House?, she seized it, leaving a lasting impact on TV history.
Celebrity Stardom and Enduring Legacy
In addition to her illustrious journey in the world of television cleaning, Kim Woodburn cemented her status as a renowned reality TV personality.
From I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here in 2009 to Celebrity Big Brother in 2017, she became a ubiquitous presence on daytime talk shows.
Collaborating with Aggie MacKenzie on shows such as This Morning and Loose Women, her candid opinions and spirited confrontations became the stuff of legend[1][4]. Kim even entertained viewers on shows like Celebrity Come Dine With Me, Let’s Dance for Comic Relief, A Place in the Sun: Winter Sun (commonly with her husband, Peter), and E4’s Celebrity Cooking School[4][2].
Kim Woodburn's resilience, wit, and authenticity made her a beloved figure, paving the way for future celebrities in both the cleaning industry and reality television[2][4]. She will be dearly missed by fans, friends, and colleagues alike.
[1] Telegraph[2] The Guardian[3] BBC[4] Mirror
"Kim Woodburn's unique charisma extended beyond her cleaning expertise, as she became a staple in the world of reality television, mingling with celebrities on various shows."
"In her entertaining ventures beyond cleaning, Kim showcased her humorous side on shows like 'Celebrity Come Dine With Me', further solidifying her status as a popular celebrity figure."
