Rachel Reilly Honors Late ‘Big Brother’ Costar Mickey Lee with Heartfelt Tribute
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Big brother’s Rachel Reilly shared a touching tribute in honor of her late costar Mickey Lee.
Posting via X on Thursday, January 1, Rachel, 41, opened up about the impact mickey had made on her life before her tragic death.
“I think I didn’t even give myself a chance to cry yet and looking back on 2025 and seeing posts of Mickey realy has me thinking about how she had such a big impact on so many lives!” Reilly wrote. “I’ve been watching her stories and she was such an incredible woman – she’s touched so many lives and her fabric is woven throughout so many stories- she made an impact in my journey and I’ll always love her for it and never forget that about her.”
She continued, “I remember telling her one day in the HOH she’s part of my heart now and she always will be and I meant that 😍🥲 it’s so hard to loose a friend and especially such a bright light 💕 2025 wouldn’t have been as impactful without the journey I went on with big brother and Mickey 💕”
Big Brother 27 alum Mickey Lee is in the ICU after suffering from flu-related cardiac arrests. “Mickey recently suffered a series of cardiac arrests following complications from the flu and is now in the ICU in critical but stable condition,” read an announcement from Mickey’s Instagram page on Monday,December 22. “She has been surrounded […]
Mickey died in the early evening on December 25, 2025 after being hospitalized due to multiple cardiac arrests as she battled complications from the flu. She was 35.
“With profound sadness, the family of Mickey Lee announces her transition on Christmas in the early evening,” her family wrote in a statement released via social media on Friday, December 26.
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Big brother Alum Mickey Edwards Passes Away at 72
Mickey Edwards, a memorable houseguest from Big Brother season 25, has died, according to an Instagram post from fellow houseguest Julie Chen Moonves. Edwards passed away peacefully,with Chen Moonves sharing that Edwards had a history of heart problems and survived a near-fatal ATV accident,attributing both to divine intervention. She was 72 years old.
Who was Mickey Edwards?
Mickey Edwards was a 72-year-old retired attorney from Washington state when she appeared on Big Brother 25 in 2023. https://www.cbs.com/shows/big-brother/news/101738999899/big-brother-25-mickey-edwards-bio/ She brought a unique perspective to the house, often described as outspoken and strategic.
Edwards played for 59 days in the Big Brother house, becoming the last houseguest evicted before the jury phase began. https://www.insider.com/big-brother-25-mickey-eviction-jury-phase-2023-11 While she didn’t make it to the final stages of the competition, she left a lasting impression on both her fellow houseguests and viewers.
Personal Story and faith
Julie Chen Moonves’ Instagram post revealed details about Edwards’ life outside of the Big Brother house,highlighting her strong faith and resilience. Chen Moonves shared that Edwards was born with a hole in her heart and later survived a severe ATV accident, both of which she attributed to God’s protection. https://www.instagram.com/p/C1Xw-JqO-9W/ Chen Moonves’ post concluded with a message of remembrance and faith, stating, “Last night God brought her home 🕊️ Rest In Peace dear Mickey. I will see you again on the other side in eternity.”
Key Takeaways
* Mickey Edwards, a contestant on Big Brother 25, has passed away at the age of 72.
* She was known for her strategic gameplay and outspoken personality during her 59 days in the Big Brother house.
* Edwards had a strong faith and attributed her survival of a heart condition and a serious accident to divine intervention.
* Fellow houseguest Julie Chen Moonves shared the news on Instagram, expressing her grief and faith.
Edwards’ passing is a loss to the big Brother community and those who were touched by her story. Her resilience and faith will be remembered by those who knew her and followed her journey.
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