View gallery Image Credit: CBS Mickey Lee was on the rise in the reality TV world, but unfortunately, she died just months after appearing in season 27 of Big Brother. She was just 35 years old. Her family confirmed that her death came after complications from the flu. Below, learn about Mickey, her life and her time starring on Big Brother before her untimely death. Mickey Lee Was an Event Curator From Atlanta Before joining the season 27 cast of Big Brother, Mickey worked as an event curator. She was originally from Jacksonville, Florida, and resided in Atlanta, Georgia.