It’s true what she says, I’ve lived amongst people like this & I’ve lived in private estates & let me tell you them people with nowt would give you their last to help you, proper community good people that hasn’t been as fortunate as others !
Spot on. I grew up on a council estate and it was the part of my life. Everyone left their doors open, kids would run I'm and out, everyone was close, we all had nothing but gave everything to eachother
so many of those private estate people are all for show - not as much as a tin of beans in the cupboard but so long as they have the latest and greatest car etc
@@optimisticrealismx5829why would she want a show? She is clearly doing and has been doing a lot for her old community which is much better than a tv show
I was born and bred 2 streets over from James Turner street and went to Foundry Road school in the next street. I walked down that street every single day for years in the early 1970's. Best days of my life and i'm forever a true Brummie at heart. Over the road was Winson Green prison and All Saints mental asylum. Lets just say we lived a very colourful life in those surroundings. Sounds like hell to some but i wouldn't change it for the world.
@@joannemorrall3332 Ignore Aholes on here . True brum my self l live in Coventry now . But yeah ignore the top comment back to you the haven’t a clue who you are also how do you know they have a job . F..k em It’s just TH-cam comments 😂
@@vanessaburridge2779 Bless you thats much appreciated. I'm in Tamworth now but forever a Brummie at heart. I loved growing up in Handsworth or "The Green" as its known. I was only a kid but honestly i loved my little life there. Bless you again lovely.
I personally can't speak on this lady (as I know little about her), but statistically only 1% of people abuse the system, most have just fallen on bad times and/or an unfortunate set of circumstances has led to them not having the confidence to go to work (Covid played a huge role in this). My Brother at one point was the bread winner of his family, he took pride in it, he was a former soldier who thought in Iraq (soldiers aren't political, they go where they are told, but this didn't stop people hating on him), he got divorced, lost his daughter (my niece) to Cancer, he developed an addiction to gambling then alcohol, he became medically disqualified from operating any kind of machinery, so he went on benefits (this would have only lasted 5 years, as he was in therapy), then shows like Benefits Street come out, and he couldn't even go to the Pub without someone saying "my Taxes paid for that Beer", he sadly took his own life, he was the perfect example of "don't judge me until you have walked in my shoes".
@@user-io2et5bv2s It's kind on common knowledge. But I should ask you the opposite, where did you her the 99% from? The folks who are too lazy to work.
Such a tragedy for your brother. So sorry that you lost him. A once proud man who lost his confidence through no fault of his own. It illustrates that others need to be not so quick to pass judgement. People can be so cruel.
@@mariancounsellor Let me guess, you think 90% of people abuse the system? Go into a working class area, the majority of people are nothing like how the are described in the Media and on TV, your Black, you should know how damaging false narratives can be.
Wow really a Legend!? Sitting on here Arse all day doing F-k all while hard working people like me are going out earning money. Paying taxes . Giving my kids a better life. And the end of the day we all make life choices. She wants to be a Lazy cow 🐄 fair play to her. She is not a bloody Hero!
Would love to see her more on T.V. Shes seems to have that rare characteristic of being able to think for herself, and not follow the crowd. She's a natural leader, a warm hearted kind one. I believe if she were born from a different background/ starting block, she'd be a CEO of a corporate company, or have some kind of high end job.
@@ElenEmma88so what you are saying is that you tar everyone with the same brush ….…. I hope that you do not have to find out how it is for these people if you loose your income, job, spouse, have an accident or your health is destroyed …. Just because a small amount of people have tried to defraud the benefit system and it really is a tiny percentage btw …you cannot put everyone in the same box.
It’s not that people on benefits are bad people. But it’s that you can’t say “Stop having children if you haven’t got enough to support them” or “It’s not acceptable to decline a job because you wouldn’t have much more than one benefits”. Common sense. We’ve just lost pride but are entitled 😢
A lot has changed… There is a benefit cap on children …. Also benefit can barely be survived on by most it’s not just a set amount for every person and most cannot even afford basic needs. Educate yourself on it properly, before just going on some idiot comments who have said things like that before which then gets hyped up by media. The majority of people on benefits are not trying to fraud the system and most would love to be working. You cannot tar everyone with the same brush.
Dee Kelly ❤️has just got a wonderfully gentle and kind soul we need more Dee Kelly's in the world big heart big personality I do absolutely love love love her so very very much she's the best of British ❤️💚🖤💜💙❤️💜💙♥️💗💚🖤🖤💚💗♥️💙💜❤️💋💋💋💋🇬🇧
@@shadowsofasiren Great response, but it's still a stretch for me. Legend to me equals Mohammed Ali and people of that ilk (my mother too) but some has been TV reality personality? Noooooo
@Coco-uk9tv I completely respect your opinion, and also agree those who are legends to you are worthy of that title, absolutely! 😊 I think the underlying statements here retain to what being a 'legend' means to each individual. I personally, and ofcourse you are completely entitled to your own meaning of legend, percieve a legend to be one of those that have enriched others so to speak. This lady did alot for her community, and although yes, you are completely correct she was just a reality TV star to the nation, to her community and those she had a positive impact on, will be held to a higher standard. And I think, any human.. being recognised publicly or being seen only by those who have known them as somebody showing up for them when times get tough, is for me.. a little bit of a legend. 😊🙌🏽
@biegebythesea6775 Nope! Proud mum and Brit. Do you think it's OK to raise your children on benefits? Letting the taxpayers feed,clothe, and buy their birthday and Christmas presents? My friend said to me, "I bought my daughter this for Christmas. I replied no I did." She was claiming benefits, so the taxpayers bought her daughters Christmas present.
@@karenrobinson129 Then you should be ashamed to sound like an American. Yes I do think it's okay. She is also a taxpayer who will have paid for you. I am a taxpayer and I think it's okay. Go anfd shame companies for not paying their staff enough (especially women) so that they can do all of those things without benefits.
@@biegebythesea6775 using the whataboutary on companies doesn’t mean it’s ok to sit on benefits, show your children a good work ethic / socialising I don’t believe you are a tax payer 🤣
Absolutely love Dee! I just love how she mothered and looked after everyone. She was definitely the comforting mother of the street and I think everyone felt like they could go to her with any issue and she wouldnt judge. I feel like everyone needs a "Dee" in their life.
Lovely woman good for her and yes it’s so sad but true as others have spoken it’s the poor that generally give not the wealthy kindness support changes lives ❤
The bar is set so low these days - some overweight woman on benefits can now be considered a celebrity, after sharing her story on television. A potato food van (spudman) people consider a celebrity, asking for selfies, travelling from across the world to see him and his potatoes Society is so done - never have we hit such lowa
This series was an absolute inspiration for my sister. Just after this aired she gave up her job as a teacher and went on benefits. She never looked back . Now her daughter has followed in her footsteps. She has no intention of getting a job . My Hero ❤️ 👏
Always had THE best work ethic and ended up on benefits THIS lady single handedly changed how we are seen without wanting any kind of celebrity status, we don't appreciate her enough to this day...AND she still doesn't claim any right to fame..A true celebrity x
It's true. so many middle-class people have no intelligence despite them thinking they do. Working class is where you find true spirit, and a real awareness.
She didn't produce the programme. Why didn't they make one about the real benefits street - Downing street with MPs claiming hundreds of thousands in expenses, even trying to claim for moats and heating stables.
Universal credit was part of the 2012 Welfare Reform Act, along with the bedroom tax and Work Capability Assessments. Oh and the Work Programme, which failed to get most people into work.
Gotta laugh that people on benefits are famous ffs 🤣 the world is actually fucked its a joke 😅😂😅😂 and this dribble keeps this morning going hahaha ffs 😂😂😂
Who what a lovely down to earth lady , caring for her community, she deserves recognition.
She had not a lot and was offered a opportunity. And from that she used it to help others and that is just beautiful.
What a lovely lady.
❤totally agree
She has a likable personality. I loved that show
She hasn’t aged, A Dee licous helping of “ Salt Of The Earth “ God love her . I hope her children are well and happy.
Botox for u
It’s true what she says, I’ve lived amongst people like this & I’ve lived in private estates & let me tell you them people with nowt would give you their last to help you, proper community good people that hasn’t been as fortunate as others !
Spot on. I grew up on a council estate and it was the part of my life. Everyone left their doors open, kids would run I'm and out, everyone was close, we all had nothing but gave everything to eachother
so many of those private estate people are all for show - not as much as a tin of beans in the cupboard but so long as they have the latest and greatest car etc
9@@s1dew1nd3r4
Dee was very intelligent I hope she does well she would make great councellor
Was ? She’s still alive !
Yes, be good how to claim sick, then get a job in media😂😂😂😂
Is a great girl
Well why isn't she, she articulates her self carefully, but she could have had a show, she was fighting to be an MP...and nothing came of it.
@@optimisticrealismx5829why would she want a show? She is clearly doing and has been doing a lot for her old community which is much better than a tv show
Oh Dee…love her. Such a good soul with huge kindness and empathy. ☺️
Love this women she came across so well on the show ❤❤❤
I was born and bred 2 streets over from James Turner street and went to Foundry Road school in the next street. I walked down that street every single day for years in the early 1970's. Best days of my life and i'm forever a true Brummie at heart. Over the road was Winson Green prison and All Saints mental asylum. Lets just say we lived a very colourful life in those surroundings. Sounds like hell to some but i wouldn't change it for the world.
Hope you got a job
@@mcpainters Yeah i do actually. I have 2 jobs. My family and i have always worked. Do you have a job?????
@@joannemorrall3332 Ignore Aholes on here . True brum my self l live in Coventry now . But yeah ignore the top comment back to you the haven’t a clue who you are also how do you know they have a job . F..k em It’s just TH-cam comments 😂
@@vanessaburridge2779 Bless you thats much appreciated. I'm in Tamworth now but forever a Brummie at heart. I loved growing up in Handsworth or "The Green" as its known. I was only a kid but honestly i loved my little life there. Bless you again lovely.
@mcpainters mind yer fkn own..
Good on you lady, we need more Deirdre’s in this world ❤
Her voice sounds like the disguise voice they use on crimewatch
😂😂😂
😂😂😂😂
And Human Leagues Phil Oakey 😊
Stop it that's so accurate 😂😂
😂😂😂love it!😂😂😂
Lovely lady- fantastic to hear of the work she is doing in the community.
Well done Dee xx you are a inspiration to us all xx long may you continue to do your wonderful things for people xx watching from Oxfordshire
I personally can't speak on this lady (as I know little about her), but statistically only 1% of people abuse the system, most have just fallen on bad times and/or an unfortunate set of circumstances has led to them not having the confidence to go to work (Covid played a huge role in this).
My Brother at one point was the bread winner of his family, he took pride in it, he was a former soldier who thought in Iraq (soldiers aren't political, they go where they are told, but this didn't stop people hating on him), he got divorced, lost his daughter (my niece) to Cancer, he developed an addiction to gambling then alcohol, he became medically disqualified from operating any kind of machinery, so he went on benefits (this would have only lasted 5 years, as he was in therapy), then shows like Benefits Street come out, and he couldn't even go to the Pub without someone saying "my Taxes paid for that Beer", he sadly took his own life, he was the perfect example of "don't judge me until you have walked in my shoes".
Where did you get the 1% statistic? Link? Evidence? BS?
@@user-io2et5bv2s
It's kind on common knowledge.
But I should ask you the opposite, where did you her the 99% from? The folks who are too lazy to work.
Such a tragedy for your brother. So sorry that you lost him. A once proud man who lost his confidence through no fault of his own. It illustrates that others need to be not so quick to pass judgement. People can be so cruel.
I don't think that's an accurate or truthful statistic though.
@@mariancounsellor
Let me guess, you think 90% of people abuse the system?
Go into a working class area, the majority of people are nothing like how the are described in the Media and on TV, your Black, you should know how damaging false narratives can be.
Dee is an absolute legend! Thank you for uploading this!
Wow really a Legend!? Sitting on here Arse all day doing F-k all while hard working people like me are going out earning money. Paying taxes . Giving my kids a better life. And the end of the day we all make life choices. She wants to be a Lazy cow 🐄 fair play to her. She is not a bloody Hero!
Disgraceful behaviour
@matimus100 Dee Legend it bit a stretch, no she isnt a lengend
Dee is one lovely lady ; really enjoyed watching her , very down to earth ,lovely caring personality x
When she wasn't stealing 13k of tax payers money from her job with Birmingham City Council to fund her boyfriend's drug addiction.
Love Dee ❤️ she got to show her true colours on Big Brother and she has the warmest heart
Wow ten years ago. Time goes so quickly
I ❤ THIS LADY SO MUCH, WE NEED MORE PEOPLE LIKE HER IN THIS CRAZY WORLD‼ SENDING LOVE TO HER AND HER LOVELY FAMILY‼💕
Would love to see her more on T.V.
Shes seems to have that rare characteristic of being able to think for herself, and not follow the crowd.
She's a natural leader, a warm hearted kind one.
I believe if she were born from a different background/ starting block, she'd be a CEO of a corporate company, or have some kind of high end job.
Another Alison Hammond
Fair play to Dee I admire her xx
She hasn’t aged a day
Joker
She probably hasn't worked a day either...
U need glasses
@@steveacab77 already wear them hun
@@ellie3690 get better ones
shes lovely
I love her, she's so real and done brilliant since.
We need more dee in the world❤
No we need more ppl that are going to work and not play the system
@@ElenEmma88She is working, plus she is helping… she’s doing more than most people.
@@ElenEmma88so what you are saying is that you tar everyone with the same brush ….…. I hope that you do not have to find out how it is for these people if you loose your income, job, spouse, have an accident or your health is destroyed …. Just because a small amount of people have tried to defraud the benefit system and it really is a tiny percentage btw …you cannot put everyone in the same box.
I like Dee all the best to you and your family ❤
God bless you Dee ❤
Love White Dee
It’s not that people on benefits are bad people. But it’s that you can’t say “Stop having children if you haven’t got enough to support them” or “It’s not acceptable to decline a job because you wouldn’t have much more than one benefits”. Common sense. We’ve just lost pride but are entitled 😢
A lot has changed… There is a benefit cap on children …. Also benefit can barely be survived on by most it’s not just a set amount for every person and most cannot even afford basic needs. Educate yourself on it properly, before just going on some idiot comments who have said things like that before which then gets hyped up by media. The majority of people on benefits are not trying to fraud the system and most would love to be working. You cannot tar everyone with the same brush.
Lovely woman all the best
Fair play to you girl!! That was a wholesome interview
Genuine Star! Thanks Dee for all that you do❤
I like her she cares for people i like that
Dee Kelly ❤️has just got a wonderfully gentle and kind soul we need more Dee Kelly's in the world big heart big personality I do absolutely love love love her so very very much she's the best of British ❤️💚🖤💜💙❤️💜💙♥️💗💚🖤🖤💚💗♥️💙💜❤️💋💋💋💋🇬🇧
Oh my god, i remember this legend❤ Bless her heart.
Legend? That's a stretch 😅!
@@Coco-uk9tv Why does my level of respect or admiration have to be determined through your perspective???
@@shadowsofasiren Great response, but it's still a stretch for me. Legend to me equals Mohammed Ali and people of that ilk (my mother too) but some has been TV reality personality? Noooooo
@Coco-uk9tv I completely respect your opinion, and also agree those who are legends to you are worthy of that title, absolutely! 😊 I think the underlying statements here retain to what being a 'legend' means to each individual. I personally, and ofcourse you are completely entitled to your own meaning of legend, percieve a legend to be one of those that have enriched others so to speak. This lady did alot for her community, and although yes, you are completely correct she was just a reality TV star to the nation, to her community and those she had a positive impact on, will be held to a higher standard.
And I think, any human.. being recognised publicly or being seen only by those who have known them as somebody showing up for them when times get tough, is for me.. a little bit of a legend. 😊🙌🏽
Loved her from the moment I met her via t.v on the show till now, & I think I always will tbh, she such a beautiful person myyy God ❤
Brilliant, she's working and not claiming benefits.
Just shows that people who have or are claiming benefits can get out there and work.
Good for her.
there's nothing wrong with claiming benefits. what are you, american?!
@biegebythesea6775 Nope! Proud mum and Brit. Do you think it's OK to raise your children on benefits? Letting the taxpayers feed,clothe, and buy their birthday and Christmas presents?
My friend said to me, "I bought my daughter this for Christmas. I replied no I did."
She was claiming benefits, so the taxpayers bought her daughters Christmas present.
@@karenrobinson129 Then you should be ashamed to sound like an American. Yes I do think it's okay. She is also a taxpayer who will have paid for you. I am a taxpayer and I think it's okay. Go anfd shame companies for not paying their staff enough (especially women) so that they can do all of those things without benefits.
@@biegebythesea6775 it’s meant to be a stop gab .. you not supposed to live on them whist pushing kids you can’t pay for
@@biegebythesea6775 using the whataboutary on companies doesn’t mean it’s ok to sit on benefits, show your children a good work ethic / socialising
I don’t believe you are a tax payer 🤣
Love Dee, pure heart of gold
Such a lovely lady .. 🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞
Absolutely love Dee! I just love how she mothered and looked after everyone. She was definitely the comforting mother of the street and I think everyone felt like they could go to her with any issue and she wouldnt judge. I feel like everyone needs a "Dee" in their life.
A truly lovely woman❤
sadly this show never hit the states. im watching now, and its a great show. well done
Love you Dee you are real 😊
How lovely to see her again. Dee was the ❤ of the programme.
Lovely woman good for her and yes it’s so sad but true as others have spoken it’s the poor that generally give not the wealthy kindness support changes lives ❤
Well spoken lady God bless her and people who think like her
The bar is set so low these days - some overweight woman on benefits can now be considered a celebrity, after sharing her story on television.
A potato food van (spudman) people consider a celebrity, asking for selfies, travelling from across the world to see him and his potatoes
Society is so done - never have we hit such lowa
I never watched it, but I knew about it.
Nice lady
Aww i love down to earth people shes a good lady definitely cheers you up xxxx
❤Amazing lady❤❤ love her. She’s a mom to everyone.
I love Dee ❤
Wish they'd bring it back true to life for a lot of people 😢
Dee is an angel. ..this made me cry. 😢❤
i hated the way these shows exploited people and then those disgusting tory supporting red top tabloids just shamed them. disgusting.
Love Dee 💗
She looks great
shes so sweet!
Blimey Dee, you haven't aged. I have aged in the last 10 years. Well done girl!
Shes got such a likable personality. I loved the show.
What a lovely lovely women !!! Love Dee ❤️
All The Best Dee 👍 ❤
Godbless 🙏❤🍀⚘
News worth watching bless this lady 🙏
Always wondered what she went on to do, how wonderful that she’s helping other people who are in need.
White Dee what an icon!
i love her xxx
shes amazing
The come down for poor old Ben ..is he really interested I wonder or yearning for his days on GMB.
Good to hear our lottery money go to a good cause.😍
Dee what a lovely lady.
10 years ago? 😮 I feel old 😅
Love her ❤
I love her
What it means to be human..you are a wonderful person Dee
If your from the estates you know she’s a nice lady she also speaks well to
This series was an absolute inspiration for my sister. Just after this aired she gave up her job as a teacher and went on benefits. She never looked back . Now her daughter has followed in her footsteps. She has no intention of getting a job . My Hero ❤️ 👏
😂😂
Welcome to the club 👍🏻
Rocking the human league hair 😅
The ultimate Karen haircut.
@@Felicity2121 bloody hell , Karen is a Americanism😂
@@beeleerosie I thought I would just borrow it for a bit 😆
Don’t you want me Bibey.
Always had THE best work ethic and ended up on benefits THIS lady single handedly changed how we are seen without wanting any kind of celebrity status, we don't appreciate her enough to this day...AND she still doesn't claim any right to fame..A true celebrity x
Hardly a celebrity
People up in arms because English people get benefits yet the same moaning people are probably the ones with open arms for the boats ffs 🤦🏻♂️
For me, getting a job is the easiest thing in the world....People are just too picky & have no interest in investing in themselves.
She was by far the smartest person on the show.
She was great 👍
brummies are the smartest of us all.
She is Irish actually.
It's true. so many middle-class people have no intelligence despite them thinking they do. Working class is where you find true spirit, and a real awareness.
@@patscanlan2678she doesn’t have an Irish accent so it’s not so obvious
@@patscanlan2678how typical.
She's a real genuinely good person.
❤❤❤❤
she was id's friend saying people on benefits were better off than people working for a living
Warren Buffett Says "Tap Dance Into Work" I Took a Breather Realised TD Tee Dee or Tea Dee - Dee is Our Spokesperson
Top lady x
Let's talk about how Channel 4 lied to them.
White alison hammond
Love Dee
Is she on benefits?
That show did more damage to people in poverty more than anything!
Well done Dee
I had a roll about with Dee few years back . Wild night.
Where’s black dee now would love to know she’s doing well too.
She is in prison unfortunately x
@@daniellebrogan8699 really
@@deborah-er8sn yes Google it x
Great let’s normalise foodbanks
It’s amazing how she made a full recovery when the Big Brother sized cheques started coming in.
Maybe it's be boost she needed to get off benefits and make a difference. She works now
She worked for years before she went on benefits.Nothing wrong with needing benefits as long as it's not a lifestyle choice.
@@ZoeDark-ed5ym shush
@@danh5637 feck arf
Exactly! I wish more people would see that. She was so depressed she couldn’t do hardly anything.
RIP fungus
He got nothing ❤
Because of that program UC was brought in and ESA is now being migrated to UC where disabled will loose out. So well done White Dee 👏 🙌
...and this is directly her fault how? 😅 is she the government who made the decision? Dyam fool!
She didn't produce the programme. Why didn't they make one about the real benefits street - Downing street with MPs claiming hundreds of thousands in expenses, even trying to claim for moats and heating stables.
She was only part of the program she didn't make the program grow up will you
I'm sure they didn't change the whole entire benefit system cause of one lady!!!
Universal credit was part of the 2012 Welfare Reform Act, along with the bedroom tax and Work Capability Assessments. Oh and the Work Programme, which failed to get most people into work.
Gotta laugh that people on benefits are famous ffs 🤣 the world is actually fucked its a joke 😅😂😅😂 and this dribble keeps this morning going hahaha ffs 😂😂😂