Amber Siyavus Dies at 46 After Big Brother Appearance

Amber Siyavus, a Season 8 Big Brother contestant, died at 46 after her death was recorded by the Clark County Office of the Coroner/Medical Examiner in Nevada, according to records. The cause and manner of death remain pending. According to TMZ, Siyavus died Friday.

Records from the Clark County Office of the Coroner/Medical Examiner did not list a confirmed cause or manner of death. Siyavus competed on the 2007 season of the CBS reality show, where she became known for emotional moments during her time in the house. She finished the competition in seventh place.

During her season, Siyavus developed close relationships with fellow houseguests Jameka Cameron and Dustin Erikstrup. Her frequent crying led fans of the show to use the nickname Whamber.

Siyavus family previously experienced a major loss. According to TMZ, her 18-year-old daughter, Lexi Tomcavage, died in Ohio in January 2018. The death of Tomcavage was investigated as an apparent suicide, according to TMZ. No additional details about the investigation were provided in the report.