Sticky Vicky dead updates — Benidorm star’s daughter pays emotional tribute to performer made famous by X-rated act

Where did Sticky Vicky perform?

She performed at the Costa Blanca resort which was nicknamed Little England because of the amount of British tourists who visited.

In her heyday, she performed six shows a night, six times a week.

After a 30 year performance career, she finally hung up her dancing boots in 2015.

Death confirmed by daughter

Sticky Vicky’s daughter wrote on Facebook: “I regret these words, my mother Sticky Vicky passed away today at 6 in the morning, I can’t believe it.

“She has gone, surrounded by her family, with all of our love.

“I thank God for being able to always be by her side, I am left with a broken heart.”

Fans had recently celebrated her birthday

Earlier this year the Benidorm legend celebrated her 80th birthday.

One fan said: "So many years of entertaining everyone who has visited Benidorm over the years. Well done Vicky Leyton. Happy 80th Birthday and thanks for being a Benidorm Legend."

A cheeky commenter suggested the performer celebrate with some well-earned champagne: "I wonder how she's going to pop the cork on the champers? Happy Birthday."

What was Sticky Vicky's net worth?

Reports of Vicky's net worth vary, but not dramatically.

Most outlets put her net worth at around £3.5million.

She earned her fortune performing as a dancer and illusionist in a career spanning over 35 years.

What have Sticky Vicky's children said about her death?

Vicky's daughter Marie broke the news of her mother's death on November 29, 2023, saying: "I can't believe it", as tributes pile in for the iconic performer.

Taking to Facebook to share the sad news, she wrote: "I regret these words, my mother Sticky Vicky passed away today at 6 in the morning, I can't believe it.

"She has gone, surrounded by her family, with all of our love.

"I thank God for being able to always be by her side, I am left with a broken heart."

Tributes immediately poured in the for the late entertainer.

One fan wrote: "#RIP Sticky Vicky, #Benidorm legend #StickyVicky."

Who is Sticky Vicky's son Eduardo?

Vicky never married, but along with daughter Maria, had a total of two children.

During her life, the popular performer welcomed a son Eduardo.

However, unlike his sister and later mum, he has kept out of the spotlight.

Did Sticky Vicky ever get married?

Vicky never married, but has two children - daughter Maria and son Eduardo.

Reports in Spain claim she dated a police inspector and a German acrobat.

When was Sticky Vicky's last performance?

Vicky performed her last show in autumn 2015, days before having hip replacement surgery.

She retired for good at the age of 72 after being diagnosed with uterine cancer.

Her personal website was flooded with get well soon messages from fans.

Sticky Vicky's daughter following in her footsteps

Vicky's daughter Maria watched her mum perform from an early age and has since continued her mother’s legacy.

She performs under the name Sticky Vicky, saying that she was inspired to do so after copycats were trying to make money by performing similar acts.

"I decided to do her show when everyone wanted to take advantage of her name and lie to the public about who her daughter was.

“My intention was to ally myself with my mother to be stronger, and shut up the liars."

Benidorm holidaymakers pay tribute

Benidorm holidaymakers that knew of Sticky Vick have paid tribute to the star.

One fan wrote: "#RIP Sticky Vicky, #Benidorm legend #StickyVicky."

A third said: "RIP to the legendary Benidorm character that is Sticky Vicky."

Health scare

After a 30 year performance career, Sticky Vicky retired in 2015.

In July, she was hospitalised after smashing her knees getting into a car the month before.

She spent five days in hospital and was discharged, but quickly returned after suffering pain and a possible infection.

On July 3 she wrote on Facebook: "Hello everyone. First of all, to know that I'm fine, last week I had an accident before I got into the car and I fell to the ground.

"We spent five days in the hospital.

"After being discharged and returning home, we are here again today, since it hurts a lot and you have to see if I have an infection.

"I hope not and we can go home today. We will report the evolution. Take care."

What was Sticky Vicky's X-rated show?

The X-rated show involved her pulling a variety of items from her private parts, including ping pong balls and razor blades.

She performed at the Costa Blanca resort which was nicknamed Little England because of the amount of British tourists in the area.

In her heyday, she performed six shows a night, six times a week.

Who is Sticky Vicky?

Sticky Vicky is a retired illusionist and dancer, born on April 15, 1943, in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain.

Her full name is Victoria María Aragues Gadea, although she has also been referred to as Vicky Leyton.

She is best known for her vaginal magic show, which she famously performed in Benidorm.

What is Sticky Vicky's real name?

Sticky Vicky, whose real name is Victoria María Aragüés Gadea, was born in Tenerife in 1943.

She trained as a ballet dancer before creating a nude magic show where she became well known for her x-rated performance.

The mother-of-two moved to Benidorm in the 1980s and cemented herself as forever part of the Brit holiday hotspot's history.