DUNCAN James has broken his silence after the death of pal Nikki Grahame last Friday following her life-long battle with anorexia. "Those meltdowns really were me, though. RIP young lady.". Something went wrong, please try again later. As a result of her eviction, Grahame was the fifth member of the nine-person jury who decided the season's winner on Finale Night. [2] Grahame, who had been described as a "daddy's girl", was upset by her parents' divorce, after which she was raised by her mother Susan. [35] In September 2015, she collaborated with JYY London to design a range of fashion garments for petite women. In a double-eviction twist, however, Grahame was again nominated for eviction alongside Dormer by the HoHs Nick and Phil. It will always have a place in my heart.". Classification [31] Grahame was nominated for a double eviction in the show's second week of the show's run alongside five of her housemate. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Betty (II)|Blue|Boots|Bronson|Chips|Chops|Corky|Craig|Crush|Crystal|Dalgliesh|Dave|Eric| Prior to finding fame on Big Brother, Grahame was an aspiring actress. She said: "There is something about this house where nothing else matters. Grahame relapsed when she was 18, and spent time in an adult eating disorder ward. Their hormones, their organs, its all going to be affected. Gianni was charged with assault but the charges were dropped when Nicky admitted that she had not told the whole truth. Is EastEnders on tonight? Grahame took part in the Soccer Six charity tournament at Wrexham's Racecourse Ground in May 2007. " At the age of 16, her weight had increased and she was released from the clinic. 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Sons She had another major upset during her childhood when her grandfather died from cancer. On 24 March, following a fall Grahame entered Dorset County Hospital, where she remained until she was discharged on 8 April. [29] In September 2007, Grahame was given a regular column in OK! The TV personality had checked into a private hospital last month as she fought an eating disorder. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK! She was nominated for eviction four times and was temporarily evicted altogether, before being voted back into the 'House Next Door' and finally back into the main house once again. Read about our approach to external linking. The programme followed her attempts to hold an everyday job and was inspired by her unsuccessful stint as a personal assistant in a Big Brother task. BBC The page said the 38-year-old was in "a very bad way" and needed treatment in a rehabilitation centre. In 2019, she appeared in Britain's Got More Talent. Last Appearance [39], In August 2017, Grahame appeared on the Channel 5 documentary "In Therapy", which aired on 3 August 2017. Albert|Albert (II)|Baby|Bella|Betty| She appeared as an extra in the BBC's EastEnders and played a footballer's wife in Sky One's Dream Team. Video, Rescuers search wreckage of deadly Greece train crash, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. After Big Brother, Grahame subsequently secured her own show, Princess Nikki, and went on to win a National Television Award for most popular TV contender. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Grahame finished the show three places higher than her placing in Big Brother 7. However, Sue admitted that as it turns out she was the last person to ever speak to Nikki. 4 July 2014 Nikki enjoys being the centre of attention and makes her ex, Terrys life intermittently hell. Her mother Sue said: "Nikki was so much more than a reality TV contestant and I am looking forward to celebrating her short life in this documentary.". I got admitted to my first eating disorders unit at the age of eight, and children as young as that going on this app its just so frightening and damaging. Grahame would often complain to Big Brother about the conditions in the house or fellow contestants, famously shouting "It's so cold," and, on another occasion, asking "Who is she?" Nicky then admitted that she was afraid that her family wouldn't have believed that she had been molested if she had admitted she'd made the first move, when she realised her family had doubts of her innocence, she decided to leave home, and was last seen explaining that she had received the address for a hostel. My thoughts are with her friends and family xx she really was the funniest, most bubbly sweetest girl.". She subsequently finished in fifth place. She attempts to kiss him again but he rebuffs her advances. In 2016, she participated in Big Brother Canada 4 where she finished sixth. The family said they had "exhausted every avenue possible" and raised over 60,000 for Grahame's treatment. Betty (II)|Blue|Boots|Bronson|Chips|Chops|Corky|Craig|Crush|Crystal|Dalgliesh|Dave|Eric| Nikki said Duncan James from Blue would make a great sperm donor. Im sorry my angel I miss your funny personality", "I'm still trying to process the passing of Nikki Grahame. [46] In 2012, Grahame was sectioned following an overdose. after a new housemate joined the show. Grahame's experience of anorexia was well documented, and she released a book about her eating disorder in 2009. [43] In 2018, Grahame entered the Big Brother house for the final time. "I dont have one regret, not one. In a statement to the BBC, Grahame's manager confirmed "with immeasurable sadness" that Grahame died on Friday morning. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Nicky arrived with mother Rosa di Marco, brothers Beppe and Gianni and sister Teresa in 1998. But it was her Diary Room rant about golden housemate Susie Verrico that really turned her into a national treasure. She was a contestant on the seventh series of Big Brother UK in 2006, in which she finished in fifth place, and later starred in her own reality series Princess Nikki. Grahame attended Northwood School, London. The star is sadly infertile as a result of anorexia, but she's hoping IVF could help her become a mum. [32], During Grahame's time in Ultimate Big Brother, she appeared to be more comfortable discussing her anorexia;[33] in particular, she conversed with Vanessa Feltz, who has also had problems with her weight.[34]. Magazine : "I've enquired at a few clinics in London. The former Big Brother host shared a tribute on Twitter on Saturday before posting a second message on Instagram on Sunday, admitting she had initially struggled to find the correct words for the moment. She also appeared as a contestant on ITV dating show Blind Date and competed in the 2004 Miss Hertfordshire pageant. 2013-2014 Ideally, I'd meet the right guy and we could go through the process together.". I'm excited that it's a petite collection because sizing is always something I struggle with. Head to our Facebook page @EntertainmenDailyFix and tell us what you think of our story. The show saw several popular Big Brother contestants from over the years return to take part in one final series, before it moved to Channel 5. "Its not just about being slim, its about children, this is vital growth for them. She also appeared as a contestant on ITV dating show Blind Date and competed in the 2004 Miss Hertfordshire pageant. She was then admitted to an adult eating disorder ward where she showed signs of improvement. "Nikki not only touched the lives of millions of people, but also her friends and family who will miss her immensely. Grahame was reinstated as an eligible housemate and was again given the opportunity to receive the show's 100,000 prize;[17] prompting 2,700 viewers to complain to the premium-rate telephone watchdog ICSTIS. Tragic Big Brother star Nikki Grahame was the victim of a series of NHS care failures that led to her 'entirely avoidable' death from anorexia, those closest to the 38-year-old have claimed. . A tribute to the much-loved reality icon - from her triumphs in the Big Brother house to a lifelong battle with anorexia, which led to her untimely death in 2021 Age: 27 Nikki Grahame Reality Star #19376 Most Popular Boost Birthday April 28, 1982 Birthplace London , England DEATH DATE Apr 9, 2021 ( age 38 ) Birth Sign Taurus About Former model and columnist appeared on the UK version of Big Brother. See full bio Born: April 28, 1982 in Watford, Hertfordshire, England, UK Died: Grahame then became the tenth house guest to be evicted in a 3:0 eviction vote and received a standing ovation from the studio audience. Patch|Mr Pickles|Posh and Becks|Pretty|Prince|Prince (2008)|Robbie and Georgie|Rolf|Roly|Rooney|Sammy|Starsky and Hutch|Sugar|Terrence|The Carter/Branning puppies|Tramp|Wellard|Wellard (II)|WillyWilly (II)|Ziggy |. It is not known whether Nikki will return to the Big Brother house ever again. [5], Grahame was eventually admitted to Rhodes Farm, an eating disorders clinic in Mill Hill, North London, and after six months, she began showing signs of improvement. Minxy Nikki loves a good time. Relationships/Known relatives Close your eyes and go back to sleep.She died in her sleep that night. Rest in peace. Chris Lockyer News reporter @_chrislockyer Sunday 11 April 2021 09:59, UK Nikki Grahame has died aged 38 She even refused treatment and slipped into a coma. In the process of overcoming her eating disorder, she developed obsessive-compulsive disorder involving a chronic fear of germs. Thank you Big Brother for everything. Big Brother icon Nikki Grahame has passed away at the age of 38 following a long battle with anorexia. Follow us on Facebook, or on Twitter @BBCNewsEnts. She appeared as an extra in the BBC's EastEnders and played a footballer's wife in Sky One's Dream Team. David Wicks (2014) Reality TV star Nikki Grahame, who rose to fame as a contestant on Big Brother, has died aged 38. Sue admitted: Ill never be able to forget watching her tiny frame being wheeled out of her bedroom in a body bag. [38] On 14 April, Grahame was voted in the top two Canadian choices to become the Head of Household (HoH) for the week but she lost a competition to fellow house guests Nick & Phil Paquette. Big Brother stars have been posting emotional tributes in memory of the late Nikki Grahame. By. [18], Grahame finished the show in fifth place with 6.5% of the final vote. Those Big Brother moments shall forever remain with me. Davina McCall has joined celebrities from across the country in paying tribute to the "iconic" Nikki Grahame who died at the age of 38 on Friday. Prior to finding fame on Big Brother, Grahame was an aspiring actress. Channel 4 has said the production, which will feature interviews with Grahame's mother, will show the complex woman behind the "bright and funny media persona". What's he waiting for? Something went wrong, please try again later. Several Big Brother figures including former winner Rylan Clark-Neal retweeted the appeal for donations. Nikki Grahame died on April 9, 2021, at the age of 38. 7 November 2013 And her departing message in the diary room struck a chord with viewers. [28], In June 2007, Grahame returned to the Big Brother franchise as a reporter for the spin-off show Big Brother's Little Brother. According to her LinkedIn profile, Rebecca is now the director of global marketing at Google Search. NOTE: Please do not add content from the BBC iPlayer's early episodes until it has been aired on television, as it is intrusive to our readers who may not have seen the episode on iPlayer. And with Bianca now on the scene, Nikki is going out of her way to make sure the happiness is disrupted. She was discovered dead in her Stanmore flat. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Her big breakthrough came in 2006 when she participated in Big Brother UK 7. Speaking to The Guardian last year, Grahame said: "I hold fond memories of Big Brother, even though there were times where it looked like I was having a meltdown. Rebecca was replaced by Alexia Demetriou on the hit BBC soap until Janine temporarily left the hit BBC soap in 1996. Despite causing extreme controversy both inside and outside the house, Nikki eventually came fifth in the series, and even won the Most Popular TV Contender Award at the National Television Awards for her unforgettable appearance on the show. Soap fans' fury as EastEnders, Emmerdale & Coronation Street cancelled next week. ahead of the first anniversary of her daughters death. Beth Williams Is Coronation Street on tonight? Contents: 2020s: 2023 2022 2021 2020 2010s: 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 I met her a long time ago and she was a lovely girl. She is portrayed by Rachel WIlde. She continued her relationship with Big Brother, returning for 2015's "Time Warp" twist on Channel 5, and made a cameo in the final series of Big Brother in 2018. Nikki Spraggan appeared as an extra in the BBC soap opera EastEnders and played a footballer's wife in Sky One's . Sue said that she made Nikkis friends promise to stop the paramedics from moving her body until she arrived. Princess Nikki and Simple Life were even shows dedicated to documenting her everyday life. pic.twitter.com/31wojcWI6F. [2] She was an in-patient for six weeks but after her release, she resumed under-eating and several months later, she was rushed to an emergency unit at Hillingdon Hospital, where she was force-fed through a nasal tube. With the help of her 15 year old daughter Kiki, the 39 year old actress slipped easily back into character for the clip where they mimed pushing Barry off a cliff in the infamous EastEnders episode from January 2004. She arrives at Bianca's house after TJ phones her, and Bianca begrudgingly invites her to lunch. Chanelle Hayes paid tribute to Nikki Grahame and said she was 'such a character' (Picture: @chanellejhayes, Instagram, Rex) Chanelle Hayes has . Gender She also guest-starred on programmes such as the Friday Night Project and as a contestant on celebrity editions of shows such as Pointless and The Weakest Link. Prior to finding fame on Big Brother, Grahame, then an aspiring actress, appeared as an extra in the BBC soap opera EastEnders and played a footballers wife in Sky Ones Dream Team. The following year, she made her final appearance in Big Brother: Best Shows Ever. When will it return? [22] Grahame has also co-presented several episodes of Celebrity Soup, alongside Iain Lee on the satellite channel E! We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Her manager confirmed she had died on Friday morning in a statement released on Saturday. In 2015, Grahame participated in the sixteenth series of Big Brother as a "time warp housemate". [20] Host Davina McCall attempted to interview Grahame but she was reluctant to speak, saying she was scared and shocked by the booing from the crowd. After her death, Sue revealed that the college had got in touch with her to tell her Nikki had passed her qualification. In 2009, she released her first autobiography Dying to Be Thin. Video, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story, Ed Sheeran says wife developed tumour in pregnancy, Covid origin likely China lab incident - FBI chief, Ruling party wins Nigeria's presidential election, Uranium particles enriched to 83.7% found in Iran, Bieber cancels remaining Justice world tour dates, Daily walk prevents one in 10 early deaths - study, Finland starts construction of Russia border fence, Pictures show devastation after Greece train disaster, Twitter back after two-hour outage affected tweets. Got a story? OK! Known as "The B-Team", Grahame and several other former housemates were sent to interview people about their opinions of Big Brother 8. The pain you and she must have endured.. "She was an amazingly kind, caring person who despite her own struggles, worked tirelessly to raise awareness of anorexia and the exponential rise of mental health issues in society today. In 2006, she was honored at the National Television Awards with the Most Popular TV Contender award. We created something magical back in 2006. ", Big Brother Canada added:"Our hearts break for the loss of Nikki Grahame. If you are affected by the issues in this story, help and support is available via the BBC Action Line and the charity Beat Eating Disorders. She has worked at the web engine giant for 12 years, working her way up the company to become one of their top bosses. VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. In an interview with Reveal magazine, Grahame stated: I've been on buying trips and been designing a lot of things myself. Frank|Freddie Mercury|Freida|Genghis|Gilbert|Gloria|Gumbo|Heathcliff|Hercules|Joey|Joey|Lady Di|Lionel|Lovebirds|Mandoo|Marge|Marge (II)|Marilyn|Musty|Neville| Subsequently, she earned the opportunity to host her own show titled Princess Nikki, which ran for a season. Speaking last week, her mother Sue Grahame told This Morning that her daughters condition deteriorated after the gyms closed during the coronavirus pandemic. In 2004, she took part in the Miss Hertfordshire pageant, finishing fourth. Repeated intentional offences of this rule could lead to a ban, Many thanks the EastEnders Wiki admin team. Nikki Grahame: Who Is She? [2] For 18 months, Grahame remained at home and attended Northwood secondary school in Hillingdon, west London,[3] before she started losing weight again. Nikki Grahame, Big Brother contestant who found fame on the show in 2006, has died aged 38, agent confirms As well as taking part in Big Brother, Grahame also had her own reality show called Princess Nikki, and wrote two books. Female Celebrity deaths 2021: The famous faces and notable figures we said goodbye to this year, Nikki Grahame 'one of the best characters that the world's ever seen', says Big Brother co-star Pete Bennett, Nikki Grahame's former Big Brother housemate Pete Bennett says 'we've lost a family member' following her death aged 38, "We hope this film is a fitting tribute to her legacy.". Nikki loves her kids but struggles with the responsibility of being a mum. Rebecca Michael played the role of Janine Butcher in EastEnders from 1989 to 1993. It was only two years ago that Nikki entered the Big Brother House most recently. Sue revealed: On the day she died, she called me at 3.30am to tell me shed made it to the bathroom with her new walking frame. Nikki Grahame, who shot to fame in Big Brother in 2006, has died, her agent has confirmed. She had a happy childhood, which was rocked at the age of eight when her parents divorced. Grahame was evicted on Day 63, her 34th birthday. Occupation [45], In October 2011, Grahame confirmed she had relapsed and was again suffering from anorexia, stating she had checked into her 11th institution. Nicky made the first move on her tutor and he initially reciprocated, but then took things too far and sexually assaulted Nicky, who then told her family what had happened, but didn't reveal she was partly to blame. Repeated intentional offences of this rule could lead to a ban, Many thanks the EastEnders Wiki admin team. The documentary featured interviews with Nikki's. Speaking on This Morning, she said: "I think its such dangerous territory. Nikki subsequently departs for Acapulco before returning to the square at Easter. She was a contestant on the seventh series of Big Brother UK in 2006, in which she finished in fifth place, and later starred in her own reality series Princess Nikki. After her appearance on Big Brother, she won a National Television Award for most popular TV contender. And that's not even including on the Big Brother spin-off shows. Get daily celeb exclusives and behind the scenes house tours direct to your inbox. Shortly after, her weight drastically dropped and she fell into a coma; at one stage, her doctors predicted she was minutes from death. This was a move that cost Channel 4 50,000, after members of the public who took part in voting were misled into thinking they were voting to evict Nikki permanently. Nikki Grahame, arguably the biggest tantrum queen to have graced our TV screens. Speaking about it being the last series, Grahame said: There is something about this house where nothing else matters. Parents - tell us what lockdown life is really like in our Great Big Parenting Survey here. ', but where is she? The new documentary will show that "behind the bright and funny media persona, Nikki was a complex woman who bravely battled anorexia for over 30 years", according to a statement. Just last week Charlie took to TikTok to recreate the scene where Janine pushes her ex-husband Barry Evans off a cliff and to his death. In the true sense of the word. I dont have one regret, not one. The original Janine Butcher actress is now a top boss at Google, Rebecca Michael played Janine on EastEnders from 1989 until 1993, Charlie Brooks took over the role from 1999 until 2014, Charlie recently recreated the iconic scene where Janine pushes Barry off a cliff. TJ Spraggan Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. [39] On 28 April, she survived this eviction attempt when Jared Kesler was evicted in a 3:1 eviction vote. In April 2007, Grahame said she had undergone corrective plastic surgery on her breast implants to fix "ripples" left by the first operation. She was released from the clinic at the age of 16 but relapsed again when she was 18 years old. She commented; "I woke up one morning and thought, 'What are you doing to yourself?' Nikki Grahame rose to fame on Big Brother and struggled with anorexia for years Reality TV star had recently checked into a private hospital for eating disorder Her sad passing was confirmed. [15] Less than four weeks after her exit, she and three other ex-housemates were voted into the "House Next Door" by 63% of the voting public. But we didnt., He added: We have lost a true character. The following year, she returned to compete in Ultimate Big Brother where she finished second. A Big Brother Icon. It will always have a place in my heart. Former Big Brother star Nikki Grahame has died at the age of 38. . The programme features Grahame in intensive, on-camera therapy sessions with psychotherapist Mandy Saligari, during which Grahame spoke about her depression and anorexia.[40][41]. 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I told her: Its okay, Sausage. If the issues in this article have affected you or someone you know, here's how to get help: Beatis the UK'seating disorder charity. She died from anorexia nervosa complications on 9 April 2021, aged 38. I should send him a whatsapp.". Grahame won a National Television Award for Most Popular TV Contender. you may ask, as the Northwood-born star so famously raged in the Big Brother diary room. All the latest TV news and gossip straight to your inbox every weekday. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Give them a call on 0808 801 0677, their studentline can be reached on 0808 801 0811and youthline is 0808 801 0711. She released the books Dying to Be Thin (2009) and Fragile (2012), both of which are based on her experiences with the illness. appeared as an extra in the BBC soap opera EastEnders and played a footballer's wife in Sky One's Dream Team. This is a list of characters from the BBC soap opera EastEnders, ordered by the year in which they made their final appearance. But it wasn't until Big Brother's seventh series that she really rose to fame, and her time on the show was a rollercoaster to say the least. Manage all your favorite fandoms in one place! Episode Count D avina McCall has described Nikki Grahame as "iconic" following her "really tragic" death at the age of 38. On 24 April, HoH Cassandra nominated Grahame for eviction as a "pawn" to evict a bigger target. She eventually finished in fifth place. Minxy Nikki loves a good time. Last edited on 19 February 2023, at 20:36, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=List_of_former_EastEnders_characters&oldid=1140373985, 19882000, 20022004, 20082012, 20222023, 19891996, 19992004, 20082014, 20212022, 20072008, 20102011, 20142015, 20182022, 19891990, 19922002, 20072008, 20162017, 19961997, 20012004, 20072011, 20132017, 19851991, 1993, 1998, 20002001, 20082009, 20142015, This page was last edited on 19 February 2023, at 20:36. In her books, Grahame detailed how she developed anorexia while still a teenager and struggled with the condition throughout her life, spending time in hospital on a number of occasions. In the funny clip, which uses the green screen feature on the social media platform, Charlie lipsynced along to the original script, while Kiki played the role of poor Barry. Former; recurring VideoRescuers search wreckage of deadly Greece train crash, Blackpink lead top stars back on the road in Asia, 'Wales is in England' gaffe sparks TikToker's trip, Ukraine war casts shadow over India's G20 ambitions, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. She then went on to star in her own reality show Princess Nikki, which increased her popularity. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Jack Hardwick Senior Showbiz Correspondent. Big Brother icon Nikki died last April at the age of 38 after a long battle with anorexia. From finding love with eventual winner Pete Bennett to screaming matches with fellow housemates. She was an actress, known for Celebrity Juice (2008), Big Brother (2000) and Dream Team (1997). 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