Amber Siyavus, who competed on Season 8 of “Big Brother,” has passed away at the age of 46, TMZ reports.
She died on Friday, Oct. 9, according to records obtained by the outlet from the Clark County Office of the Coroner/Medical Examiner in Nevada. Her cause and manner of death are listed as pending.
Siyavus appeared on the CBS reality show during the 2007 season, earning the nickname “Whamber” due to her emotional nature inside the house.
“I love the fact that I cry. Not many people show their emotions at all, period,” she told Reality TV Café in 2007. “I cry back home. I cry when I’m happy. I cry when I’m sad. I’m a from the heart person. I’m empathetic. I’m sympathetic. I feel people’s pain as if it were my own.”
“I love that I showed America that it’s okay to cry,” she added
During her time on the show, she formed bonds with Jameka Cameron and Dustin Erikstrup. Siyavus finished seventh on the show.
Following news of her passing, Big Brother host Julie Chen Moonves shared a tribute to Instagram, writing, “Rest in Peace, Amber.”
“Hard to believe, but I know you are back in our eternal home with our Creator,” she continued. “Thank you for your heart and honesty. We will remember you with love.”
Season 8 winner Dick Donato also shared a note on X.
“This is a shame,” he wrote. “I contacted her on FB to give her some encouraging words about staying clean. I hadn’t spoken to her since just after the show. RIP Amber, your battle is over. Sigh.”
Amber Siyavus’s Daughter Died At 18 In 2018
Siyavus suffered a heartbreaking tragedy in 2018, with her daughter passing away at 18 by apparent suicide. Lexi Tomcavage died in Ohio, which came after she tweeted 3 times about missing her friend who recently died, in which she said, “I miss you” and “never been like this before.”
Tributes Pour In
“may she rest in peace 💔,” one person wrote.
“I literally just finished rewatching her season this week. Really liked her on the show. So sad,” another person commented.
“This is so horrible. She was dealt such a bad hand in life and it’s so sad that her life was cut so short. RIP Amber,” a fan posted.
“Oh my god. This is so sad!! Rest in peace,” another fan expressed.
“I’m so sad! I remember hearing about her daughter passing away a few years ago,” one fan stated
“She has had such a sad life, especially the last several years. Rest in peace to she and her daughter,” another fan said.
“Amber Siyavus gone to soon….💔🙏🏾🩷,” one person stated.
“46 is way too young. Life really is unpredictable, and you never know how much time someone has left. Sending love and prayers to her family, friends, and everyone who watched and supported her over the years. Rest in peace, Amber,” another person expressed.
If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255) or text Crisis Text Line at 741741.
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Beloved ‘Big Brother’ Star Passes Away at 46 & Tributes Pour In