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Kim Woodburn’s Candid Plan for a Celebrity Big Brother Comeback
Television personality Kim Woodburn, famed for her no-nonsense attitude and memorable reality TV moments, had revealed a bold approach to returning to Celebrity Big Brother—on her own terms. Months before her passing at the age of 83, Woodburn spoke openly about her tumultuous experience on the popular program and her uncompromising conditions for any future participation.
Reality TV’s Fiercest Firebrand
Kim Woodburn first became a household name in Britain with the show How Clean Is Your House?, co-hosting alongside Aggie MacKenzie and earning the affectionate moniker “Queen of Clean.” Her candid personality and sharp wit quickly garnered a devoted fanbase, making her one of Channel 4’s most recognizable faces. In 2009, she took on the jungle in I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!, finishing runner-up and showing viewers more of her fearless spirit.
However, it was her 2017 appearance on Celebrity Big Brother that solidified Woodburn’s status as a reality TV legend. The season was marked by explosive clashes, especially with the likes of Nicola McLean, Jamie O’Hara, and Coleen Nolan. Woodburn’s bluntness often put her at the center of house drama, sometimes requiring security to intervene during heated arguments. A particularly infamous incident saw her call out her co-stars before being removed from the room by staff, a moment that has since gone viral online and been revisited by fans after her death. You can watch a clip from that dramatic night on The Independent’s culture section.
Fallout and Feuds: Why Kim Wouldn’t Return Without Changes
Despite these intense confrontations, Kim remained adamant that she would consider returning to the reality TV spotlight—albeit with a big caveat. In an interview last year, she stated: “I wouldn’t go back with the cast I had in there.” Referring to her former housemates as “rotten pigs” and “trash,” Woodburn made it clear her interest lay more in the paycheck than the company. “I like the money, but I’m not going to work with trash like that ever again,” she declared, calling out those who claimed to be part of the show “for the experience” as disingenuous.
“If any of them were in there that I knew, that were ganging up on me, I’m not going to give myself punishment,” Kim said, leaving no doubt she’d only consider a comeback if the cast was entirely new to her. She also insisted that while she didn’t join Celebrity Big Brother or I’m A Celebrity to win, she was honest that the financial rewards were a deciding factor. “Who’s going to eat a flipping lamb’s testicle in the jungle if you’re not paid heaps of money?” she joked, in a typical Woodburn style that mixed humor with homespun honesty.
The Loose Women Showdown
The tension from the Big Brother house spilled over into the daytime TV world when Kim clashed once again with Coleen Nolan on Loose Women. What producers had hoped would be a reconciliation turned into another fiery exchange, reigniting public conversations about bullying and reality TV drama. Kim accused her co-stars of ganging up on her, asserting that no apology could undo what she called a “cruel” experience. In the aftermath, Coleen Nolan revealed that the reunion nearly drove her to consider leaving showbiz altogether, underscoring the real-lasting impact of their feud.
The End of an Era
Kim Woodburn died following a brief illness, leaving behind her husband Peter, who broke the news on Kim’s official Instagram account with a heartfelt tribute: “My wonderful, beautiful Kim passed away last night. God bless, my love.” Her manager also released a statement, remembering Kim’s charisma, kindness, and no-nonsense spirit that resonated with so many viewers.
Her legacy as the “Queen of Clean” is matched only by her reputation as one of British TV’s most outspoken and memorable personalities. From cleaning homes across the UK to shaking up reality television, Kim never shied away from speaking her mind or standing her ground—even if it meant standing alone.
For more on Kim Woodburn’s life and her impact on British reality television, visit her tribute page at the Evening Standard. Explore Celebrity Big Brother’s history of drama on Mirror’s coverage, and revisit her iconic TV moments in this video recap. For fans remembering her cleaning legacy, immerse yourself in the origins of her fame with Channel 4’s How Clean Is Your House? and find more coverage through Times of India.
