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12th Jan 2016

Celebrity Big Brother slated for airing the reaction of David Bowie’s ex wife to the tragic news

Paul Moore

Angie Bowie was married to the singer for 10 years.

Celebrity Big Brother and Channel 5 are being accused of exploiting David Bowie’s tragic death in an effort to boost ratings after they showed footage of Angie Bowie – the singer’s ex-wife – reacting to the news of his death.

The former model is currently starring in the reality TV show and was seen breaking down in tears immediately after hearing the tragic news.

9th July 1973: Pop singer David Bowie is seen off at the station by his wife Angie. (Photo by Smith/Express/Getty Images)

Prior to the footage airing, Celebrity Big Brother issued a statement which said “”Following the very sad news of David Bowie’s death, we can now confirm that Angie Bowie has been informed off camera by her representatives”.

“She has taken the decision to continue in the programme. The decision to remain in the house is entirely her choice, and she has been given the option to leave at any time if she changes her mind. Appropriate support will be available to Angie at any time if needed.”

Despite this statement being made, thousands of people were still upset with the footage being aired and they shared their views via Twitter.

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