Rock legend David Bowie's ex-wife Angie, who is locked in the house of "Celebrity Big Brother", has not been told about his death. She will be informed off camera at the "earliest opportunity".
The 66-year-old former model, who was married to David from 1970 until 1980, has not been told about the latter's demise, which happened on Sunday, reports bangshowbiz.com.
David was battling with cancer for 18 months.
"Following the very sad news of David Bowie's death this morning, we can confirm that Angie Bowie will be informed off camera today at the earliest opportunity. We will update further once this has taken place," said a spokesperson of Channel 5, which airs the show.
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