She became especially close with Dustin Erikstrup and Jameka Cameron, relationships that helped define much of her time in the house.
Amber also spoke often about her daughter, Lexi Tomcavage, while appearing on the show.
Following news of her death, longtime *Big Brother* host Julie Chen Moonves shared a tribute remembering Amber’s openness and emotional honesty.
“Rest in Peace Amber. Hard to believe but I know you are back in our eternal home with our Creator.” Continue Reading ⬇️
Chen Moonves continued:
“Thank you for your heart and honesty. We will remember you with love ❤️.”
Other members of the *Big Brother* community also shared memories after learning of her death.
Amber had entered the reality show as a Las Vegas cocktail waitress and became part of the season’s memorable group of personalities.
Season 8 was ultimately won by Dick Donato, but Amber remained one of the contestants viewers continued to remember years after the finale.
