Entertainment of Tuesday, 13 October 2026

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Big Brother star Amber Siyavus is dead

Amber Siyavus was a former star of Big Brother Amber Siyavus was a former star of Big Brother

Reality television fans are mourning the loss of Amber Siyavus, a familiar face from the 2007 edition of Big Brother, who has died at 46.

Records from the Clark County Office of the Coroner/Medical Examiner in Nevada confirm she passed away on Friday.

Her cause and manner of death are both listed as pending, meaning a full investigation is still underway.

Amber Siyavus on Big Brother Amber competed on Season 8 of the long-running CBS reality series, where she quickly became one of the season's most talked-about personalities.

Her frequent emotional outbursts and tearful diary room sessions endeared her to many viewers while earning her the memorable nickname "Whamber."

During her time in the house, she built strong friendships with fellow contestants Jameka Cameron and Dustin Erikstrup. She ultimately finished in 7th place when the season wrapped.

Amber's family mourns Amber's passing, marking another heartbreaking chapter for her family. In January 2018, TMZ first reported the death of her 18-year-old daughter, Lexi Tomcavage, who died in Ohio in what was investigated as an apparent suicide. The loss was a devastating blow to Amber and those close to her.

News of Amber's death has since rippled through the reality TV community, with many fans reflecting on her time on one of America's most iconic reality formats.

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