About Colin Newell
Lived 1972 – 2020 (aged 47–48). Colin Newell was a British television presenter.
Colin Newell (13 July 1973 – 25 November 2020), known as Heavy D or The Boominator, was a British TV personality.
Life He was best known for his roles in Storage Hunters and Celebrity Big Brother. Newell was a supporter of Arsenal Football Club and frequently took part in interviews for ArsenalFanTV. He took part in the 18th series of Celebrity Big Brother in August 2016.
Newell died on 25 November 2020 of a heart attack at the age of 47. He had a daughter born in 2019, with his ex-girlfriend, Bryony Harris.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Colin Newell?
British TV personality
When was Colin Newell born?
Colin Newell was born in 1972 in London.
When did Colin Newell die?
Colin Newell died on 25 November 2020 in Enfield.
What was Colin Newell's occupation?
Colin Newell was a television presenter.
What nationality was Colin Newell?
Colin Newell was British.
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