DANIEL BIRD: ‘I interviewed Kim Woodburn and saw a side to her that people rarely saw’

Kim Woodburn gained notoriety for her quick wit, sharp tongue, and self-assuredness when fighting for herself. Before my interview with the television legend last year, I was both incredibly excited and nervous about this. None of us could have anticipated her passing earlier this week.

Before I’m a celebrity, get me out of here! I was given an interview with Kim about her time on the show last year, along with her thoughts on Loose Women anchor Jane Moore, GK Barry, and Coleen Rooney.

I was raised watching Kim on shows like How Clean Is Your House, I’m A Celeb, and Celebrity Big Brother, so I knew she didn’t take any prisoners.

Kim gave me a solid 20 minutes of laughter during my interview last year (Mirror).

Her feud with Nicola McLean and Jamie O’Hara (who she called Nicole) is perhaps her most memorable moment in the history of the show.

Kim had issues with several of her co-stars while she was in the house, but despite being older than them, she still had more fire and was willing to stand up for what she was against.

I was anticipating several strong lines from Kim from the beginning, and I was also aware that she wouldn’t mince her words.

Kim was more than a TV star, she was an absolute legend of her time
Kim was a true legend of her time (PA), but she was more than just a TV star.

One of the few stars who wouldn’t be afraid to admit what was really going on, regardless of whether or not it was liked, was the fact that I liked her. My motto, “It’s better to be slapped with the truth than kissed with a lie,” and Kim also had this outlook.

But I didn’t know how cosy and cussy Kim would be. The TV star and expert cleaner, who was speaking to me from her Cheshire home, showed me a side that I wasn’t expecting when I woke up late one morning. She shared that home with her beloved husband Peter.

She addressed me warmly, introduced me, and explained that if I woke up late, I would be in the dole queue. But I couldn’t help but inquire about Kim’s rise to fame toward the end of our conversation. How did a Portsmouth resident suddenly become a household name in her 60s?

Kim was a force to be reckoned with
Kim was a force to reckon with (GC Images).

She said, “I started watching television when I was 61.” She continued, “Like everyone else, I went out to work, came back, and tried to squeeze in two more days of work, as we all do.” Then, unapologetically, I was discovered working in television. I didn’t apply for the position.

I was discovered, and I’ve always been grateful, and I was instantly enchanted by the fame and wealth I’ve earned over the past month. I entered it so late, and I’m now 82. So I’ve owned a house for 21 years, and now I can leave and purchase things I want.

My husband has a nice car, and I’m ever so grateful. Thank you so much for everything. Simply put, I was fortunate. You remember it at that age, and you never forget. I took a day off from social media to work for personal reasons on Tuesday, and I was so sad when I learned of Kim’s passing.

She was a person who captivated audiences of all kinds and frequently entertained them with her Cameo videos that sang her most recognizable phrases, such as “You chicken livered sh*t” and “damned adulterer”! At 10 o’clock in the evening, I found the footage of my interview. Kim, I appreciate your entertainment. I’m hoping you’re enjoying yourself there.

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Kim Woodburn’s top cleaning tips – including ‘just 10 minutes a day’

The cleaning legend shared her top tips on the Channel 4 program “How Clean is Your House” after suffering a brief illness at the age of 83. ‘

Kim Woodburn has sadly died. She loved helping households around the country with tips to get them spick and span(Image: Getty)

Kim Woodburn, the tough-talking queen of clean on TV, is well-known for her role in Channel 4’s “How Clean is Your House” ‘, who passed away after a brief illness, at the age of 83.

She gained notoriety for scolding the owners of filthy homes with sharp wit and hard love, along with Aggie MacKenzie.

Kim won over numerous fans and gave incredibly helpful cleaning advice for keeping homes spotless thanks to her signature plaited bun and no-nonsense attitude.

Kim passed away following a brief illness, an announcement by her representative confirmed, and together with MacKenzie, she brought order to chaotic homes on their hit show, dispensing nuggets of wisdom throughout, reports the Express.

Kim’s former co-host once said, “Kim was a tormented soul, but she’s finally at peace.” We frequently clashed. Deep wounds and incredible strength were hidden in the fierce persona. She had to, so she endured. I’m hoping she’s now getting some rest. She was a woman to remember. “

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Kim Woodburn appeared on Celebrity Big Brother and loved helping people with cleaning tips(Image: Getty)
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Kim appeared in a number of reality TV shows, and “How Clean is Your House,” which aired from 2003 to 2009.

In 2017, Woodburn entered the Celebrity Big Brother house and recently featured in E4’s ‘Celebrity Cooking School’ in 2022.

Her manager confirmed her passing by saying, “It is with great sadness that we announced Kim Woodburn’s passing yesterday after a brief illness.

Kim was a very kind, compassionate, charismatic, and strong person. “

Five cleaning advice to remember the scrubbing experience:

For the holistic approach, please.

She advocated natural cleaning techniques, and she uses household items like baking soda and white vinegar instead of harsh chemicals. Due to their gentle odor- and abrasive qualities, these items became a household cleaning gimmick over the years.

Every day for just 10 minutes.

The Queen of Clean emphasized the value of regular maintenance in a 2022 interview, saying, “10 minutes every day, and everything is manageable.”

She urged people to dedicate just ten minutes of their days to “clean as you go” or advocated for a “little and frequently” routine.

Focuses on the kitchen.

According to Woodburn, it’s important to give appliances regular cleaning and quick attention to messes in the kitchen. She particularly stressed using a rag moistened with warm water and bicarb soda to clean the inside of your refrigerator every two months.

By God, you are asking for trouble when you begin exceeding that timeframe, she said. It’s crucial to perform these cleaning tasks in addition to removing leftover food in order to avoid getting flies or, worse, attracting pets’ attention.

A damp duster should be used.

Effectively capturing dust, this method stops it from accumulating throughout your home. After it has finished, air dry it before kicking it outside or tossing any leftovers in the trash can.

When having a party, follow the rules.

Woodburn gave the following advice for throwing a house party: “Don’t have one.” A gathering, in her opinion, was nothing more than dirty troublemakers causing chaos in her cleaned-up space.

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However, her advice remained clear if you chose to ignore her warnings and proceeded with your plans.

Argos launches huge sale to rival upcoming Prime Day deals on stylish 6-seater Rattan furniture set

Prime Day is fast approaching, but Argos is one step ahead as they launch a massive sale, which includes this stylish 6-seater Rattan furniture set that’s now £200 less

Argos launches sale to rival upcoming Prime Day deals on 6-seater furniture set(Image: Argos)

With Amazon Prime Day looming on the horizon, Argos’s Summer Sale has arrived this week. It offers thousands of deals on furniture, tech, garden, household appliances, toys, and more. Customers can save up to 50% on selected products, and new offers launch each week.

One sale that can save shoppers £200 is this on Habitat Santorini 6-Seater Rattan Effect Garden Sofa Set, which promises to be the perfect luxe seating to add to your outdoor space ahead of BBQ and garden party season.

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Habitat Santorini 6 Seater Rattan Effect Garden Sofa Set
This Habitat Santorini 6 Seater Rattan Effect Garden Sofa Set has £200 off(Image: Argos)

Perfect for relaxing outdoors? This large, curved modular sofa set, which has an array of fit-together or stand-alone occasional tables, is set to be the ideal place for you and your loved ones to hang out under the summer sun. Able to seat up to six, the set boasts a construction of attractive and robust metal and a rattan weave effect, which combine to make an aesthetically pleasing and practical seating area that will last for seasons to come.

On the sofa, you’ll find eight made-to-fit, thick, and soft cushions in a beige textured weave that prioritise comfort. Perfect for lounging on during sunny afternoons or sitting back with a glass of wine on warm summer evenings, this set is durable and sturdy enough to seat the whole family. This seating set is sure to be a staple for your next BBQ gathering.

Sitting on black splayed legs, this Santorini furniture set is sure to add an instant wow factor to your outdoor area, whether on your lawn, patio or decking. Turning the heads of your family and friends, this seating set will act as a luxurious focal point that promises to impress.

Sure to be the best seat in the garden, this 6-seater set would normally cost £800 but is right now up for grabs for £600 thanks to Argos’ massive summer sale. In case you need more convincing, this set currently boasts a perfect 5-star rating as shoppers share their love for the furniture.

One satisfied customer raves: “Absolutely beautiful sofa! Very easy to assemble only the legs to screw in… cushions are a lovely colour and very thick..looks amazing very impressed.”

Another writes: “We are really pleased with our sofa set! We were kept informed of the delivery. It was very easy to assemble and looks great on our new patio! It is very reasonably priced for the quality of it all. Excellent!”

You can pick up the same Habitat Santorini 6 Seater Rattan Effect Garden Sofa Set from Habitat directly at the same discounted price of £600.

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For more curved Rattan furniture sets to shop, check out this MFSTUDIO Garden Sofa Rattan Furniture Set on Amazon for £899. If you don’t mind splashing a bit more cash, you can find this Florida 6 Piece Angled Rattan Garden Corner Sofa Set in Grey from Rattan Direct for £1149, down from £2799.

Argos launches huge sale to rival upcoming Prime Day deals on stylish 6-seater Rattan furniture set

Prime Day is fast approaching, but Argos is one step ahead as they launch a massive sale, which includes this stylish 6-seater Rattan furniture set that’s now £200 less

Argos launches sale to rival upcoming Prime Day deals on 6-seater furniture set(Image: Argos)

With Amazon Prime Day looming on the horizon, Argos’s Summer Sale has arrived this week. It offers thousands of deals on furniture, tech, garden, household appliances, toys, and more. Customers can save up to 50% on selected products, and new offers launch each week.

One sale that can save shoppers £200 is this on Habitat Santorini 6-Seater Rattan Effect Garden Sofa Set, which promises to be the perfect luxe seating to add to your outdoor space ahead of BBQ and garden party season.

READ MORE: Beautiful and incredibly fast-growing’ set of 9 flowering plants is best-seller on Amazon

READ MORE: Innovative gadget makes it ‘quick and easy to get rid of weeds’ and it’s on sale

Habitat Santorini 6 Seater Rattan Effect Garden Sofa Set
This Habitat Santorini 6 Seater Rattan Effect Garden Sofa Set has £200 off(Image: Argos)

Perfect for relaxing outdoors? This large, curved modular sofa set, which has an array of fit-together or stand-alone occasional tables, is set to be the ideal place for you and your loved ones to hang out under the summer sun. Able to seat up to six, the set boasts a construction of attractive and robust metal and a rattan weave effect, which combine to make an aesthetically pleasing and practical seating area that will last for seasons to come.

On the sofa, you’ll find eight made-to-fit, thick, and soft cushions in a beige textured weave that prioritise comfort. Perfect for lounging on during sunny afternoons or sitting back with a glass of wine on warm summer evenings, this set is durable and sturdy enough to seat the whole family. This seating set is sure to be a staple for your next BBQ gathering.

Sitting on black splayed legs, this Santorini furniture set is sure to add an instant wow factor to your outdoor area, whether on your lawn, patio or decking. Turning the heads of your family and friends, this seating set will act as a luxurious focal point that promises to impress.

Sure to be the best seat in the garden, this 6-seater set would normally cost £800 but is right now up for grabs for £600 thanks to Argos’ massive summer sale. In case you need more convincing, this set currently boasts a perfect 5-star rating as shoppers share their love for the furniture.

One satisfied customer raves: “Absolutely beautiful sofa! Very easy to assemble only the legs to screw in… cushions are a lovely colour and very thick..looks amazing very impressed.”

Another writes: “We are really pleased with our sofa set! We were kept informed of the delivery. It was very easy to assemble and looks great on our new patio! It is very reasonably priced for the quality of it all. Excellent!”

You can pick up the same Habitat Santorini 6 Seater Rattan Effect Garden Sofa Set from Habitat directly at the same discounted price of £600.

Article continues below

For more curved Rattan furniture sets to shop, check out this MFSTUDIO Garden Sofa Rattan Furniture Set on Amazon for £899. If you don’t mind splashing a bit more cash, you can find this Florida 6 Piece Angled Rattan Garden Corner Sofa Set in Grey from Rattan Direct for £1149, down from £2799.

Primark’s ‘insane’ £26 maxi dress is ‘perfect for special occasions’

After seeing the new dress online, Primark shoppers have labeled it “gorgeous” and “amazing.”

The Primark dress has been a hit online(Image: Getty)

Primark shoppers are loving an “insane” new dress they’ve spotted online. The retailer is well known for its affordable fashion and beauty – and there may be a new fan favourite in stock.

TikTok user Abi (@abibabex) shared a clip showcasing a number of new Primark clothes, debating which to keep and which to return. Among the various items was the Paula Echevarria Lola V-Neck Maxi Dress in red.

The dress is described as an “elegant V-neck maxi dress with ruffle sleeves” on the website of the retailer. It costs £26.

Abi also wrote, “Erm, I actually am obsessed with the dress at the end of this video.” The video received a lot of fan feedback, including 22.6k likes and 374.4k views.

One person wrote, “Omg, the red looks insane on you,” and the other, “Abi babe, that red dress,” among others. “Red dress looks amazing on you,” added a third comment.

Primark's Paula Echevarria Lola V-Neck Maxi Dress
Primark’s Paula Echevarria Lola V-Neck Maxi Dress(Image: Primark )
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“Come to comments to mention the red dress on you but everyone else did,” a fourth customer remarked. “Everything looks brill on you tbf,” was a fifth liner.

One customer wrote, “That last red dress looks gorgeous on you wow,” and the praise grew. Red dress suits you so much, omg,” said a third person, and I was speechless when I saw that red dress. I adore you when you wear dresses.

The red dress looks incredible on you, according to another customer! The red one wow, a different person said. Third party wrote, “Primark is SO good right now.

Primark's Paula Echevarria Lola V-Neck Maxi Dress
Primark’s Paula Echevarria Lola V-Neck Maxi Dress(Image: Primark )

The full Primark product description reads: “Make a statement in the Lola maxi dress from the Paula Echevarria range. This elegant red dress has a stylish V-neckline and delicate ruffle cap sleeves. Cut to a long length, it’s perfect for special occasions. Dress it up with heels, a clutch bag and chunky jewellery for a standout look!”

The Paula Echevarria Lola V-Neck Maxi Dress is priced at £26 and comes in red, black or green. Shoppers can check stock levels in their local stores or order via Click and Collect here.

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Primark’s ‘insane’ £26 maxi dress is ‘perfect for special occasions’

After seeing the new dress online, Primark shoppers have labeled it “gorgeous” and “amazing.”

The Primark dress has been a hit online(Image: Getty)

Primark shoppers are loving an “insane” new dress they’ve spotted online. The retailer is well known for its affordable fashion and beauty – and there may be a new fan favourite in stock.

TikTok user Abi (@abibabex) shared a clip showcasing a number of new Primark clothes, debating which to keep and which to return. Among the various items was the Paula Echevarria Lola V-Neck Maxi Dress in red.

The dress is described as an “elegant V-neck maxi dress with ruffle sleeves” on the website of the retailer. It costs £26.

Abi also wrote, “Erm, I actually am obsessed with the dress at the end of this video.” The video received a lot of fan feedback, including 22.6k likes and 374.4k views.

One person wrote, “Omg, the red looks insane on you,” and the other, “Abi babe, that red dress,” among others. “Red dress looks amazing on you,” added a third comment.

Primark's Paula Echevarria Lola V-Neck Maxi Dress
Primark’s Paula Echevarria Lola V-Neck Maxi Dress(Image: Primark )
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“Come to comments to mention the red dress on you but everyone else did,” a fourth customer remarked. “Everything looks brill on you tbf,” was a fifth liner.

One customer wrote, “That last red dress looks gorgeous on you wow,” and the praise grew. Red dress suits you so much, omg,” said a third person, and I was speechless when I saw that red dress. I adore you when you wear dresses.

The red dress looks incredible on you, according to another customer! The red one wow, a different person said. Third party wrote, “Primark is SO good right now.

Primark's Paula Echevarria Lola V-Neck Maxi Dress
Primark’s Paula Echevarria Lola V-Neck Maxi Dress(Image: Primark )

The full Primark product description reads: “Make a statement in the Lola maxi dress from the Paula Echevarria range. This elegant red dress has a stylish V-neckline and delicate ruffle cap sleeves. Cut to a long length, it’s perfect for special occasions. Dress it up with heels, a clutch bag and chunky jewellery for a standout look!”

The Paula Echevarria Lola V-Neck Maxi Dress is priced at £26 and comes in red, black or green. Shoppers can check stock levels in their local stores or order via Click and Collect here.

Continue reading the article.