In 2015, Grahame participated in the sixteenth series of Big Brother as a "time warp housemate". Two years later, she released her second autobiography titled Fragile. Her only major storyline came in . 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. 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. Over the next few years, Nikki Grahame appeared in several shows, most of which were Big Brother spin-offs. Several Big Brother figures including former winner Rylan Clark-Neal retweeted the appeal for donations. 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In 2015, Nikki even went on to collaborate with JYY London and design her own fashion garments for petite girls. I went down with her in the lift and just before they took her out of the building, I asked which end her head was at, and held it in my hands.. [11][12] During her Big Brother tenure, tabloid newspapers reported Grahame had suffered from anorexia nervosa for most of her adolescence and several times had attempted suicide by taking an overdose of paracetamol. appeared as an extra in the BBC soap opera EastEnders and played a footballer's wife in Sky One's Dream Team. Nikki Grahame (I) (1982-2021) Actress Nikki Grahame was born on April 28, 1982 in Watford, Hertfordshire, England, UK. [37] Following the series' first eviction on 3 March 2016, it was revealed Grahame, along with Tim Dormer, the winner of the tenth series of Big Brother Australia, had been voted into the house. Nicola Rachele-Beth Grahame (28 April 1982 - 9 April 2021) was an English television personality, model and author. Big Brother icon Nikki Grahame has passed away at the age of 38 following a long battle with anorexia. Last month, a fundraising page was set up, asking fans to donate towards her recovery. 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. Video, Rescuers search wreckage of deadly Greece train crash, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Rebecca Michael joined EastEnders to play the hell-raising character in 1989, but quit in 1993. Credits [47], In March 2021, Grahame's family announced she had again relapsed, that she "constantly feels weak and is struggling on a day to day basis", and that she wanted to recover but felt it was "impossible". On 24 March, following a fall Grahame entered Dorset County Hospital, where she remained until she was discharged on 8 April. Romances The following year, she competed in the fourth season of Big Brother Canada, finishing in sixth place. Other stars have even taken to social media to replicate her most defining BB diary moments, such as Leigh-Anne Pinnock from Little Mix. RIP young lady.". Betty (II)|Blue|Boots|Bronson|Chips|Chops|Corky|Craig|Crush|Crystal|Dalgliesh|Dave|Eric| David invites Nikki back to the square to talk to her son when she finds out he has impregnated Cindy Williams. Grahame also appeared as a contestant on ITV's Blind Date and competed in the 2004 Miss Hertfordshire pageant. Dormer was vetoed off the block and was replaced by Joel Lefevre. The following year, she returned to compete in Ultimate Big Brother where she finished second. ", Channel 4 tweeted: We are desperately saddened by the tragic news about Nikki Grahame and our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with Nikki's family and friends. She continues to interfere in Terry and Bianca's relationship, and is wooed by David whom she eventually kisses. She eventually finished in fifth place. She lives for a night out with the girls and a muscly man but can that be your focus when you've got two kids at home? . 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. 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. 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 |. 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[53], Among those who paid tributes were former Big Brother UK presenter Davina McCall, Big Brother Canada host Arisa Cox, television presenter Paddy McGuinness, and other Big Brother alumni including Rylan Clark-Neal, Aisleyne Horgan-Wallace, Pete Bennett, Katie Price,[54] Imogen Thomas,[55] and Richard Newman. 2013-2014 After entering the Big Brother house dressed as a Playboy bunny, Grahame became known for her temper tantrums and Diary Room histrionics, including an infamous who is she? rant. [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]. Charlie, who shares daughter Kiki with her Ibiza hotel owner ex Tony Truman, has been making videos with her teenage daughter during lockdown to keep themselves entertained. The former Big Brother host shared a tribute on. 2023 BBC. The child actress who played the first incarnation of Janine Butcher is now one of the top bosses at Google. 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 Nicoletta "Nicky" di Marco made her first appearance 29 January 1998. They both became immune from eviction for that week. Nikki Grahame is up there with one of the most iconic Big Brother contestants ever. Magazine : "I've enquired at a few clinics in London. After her death, Sue revealed that the college had got in touch with her to tell her Nikki had passed her qualification. But that was 14 years ago, and a lot must have happened since then. Princess Nikki and Simple Life were even shows dedicated to documenting her everyday life. Her only major storyline came in 2000 when her mother Rosa arranged for some home maths lessons to help with her exams. 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. EastEnders Wiki is a FANDOM TV Community. Shortly after, her weight drastically dropped and she fell into a coma; at one stage, her doctors predicted she was minutes from death. 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. Grahame relapsed when she was 18, and spent time in an adult eating disorder ward. Nikki was just 24-years-old when she entered the Big Brother house for the first time After Big Brother, Nikki did the usual new celebrity routine, appearing on quiz shows, presenting programmes and taking part in charity tournaments. "Nikki not only touched the lives of millions of people, but also her friends and family who will miss her immensely. Media criticised the programme's decision to include a contestant with prior mental health issues; experts said she should not have been allowed to take part. which appeared to tease Prince Harry and Meghan Markle by writing them as characters going on a worldwide privacy tour . She was then admitted to an adult eating disorder ward where she showed signs of improvement. [25], Grahame made personal appearances, which included participation in various television shows such as Celebrity Scissorhands and 8 out of 10 Cats,[26] and appearances at student nights and clubs. Sue admitted: Ill never be able to forget watching her tiny frame being wheeled out of her bedroom in a body bag. She commented; "I woke up one morning and thought, 'What are you doing to yourself?' For a full list of present characters, see list of characters from EastEnders . Im sorry my angel I miss your funny personality", "I'm still trying to process the passing of Nikki Grahame. [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. We created something magical back in 2006. She also appeared as a contestant on ITV dating show Blind Date and competed in the 2004 Miss Hertfordshire pageant. Page Links: She was just 38. Check-In Girl Former; recurring is a registered trade mark of Reach Magazines Worldwide Limited and is used under licence by Reach Magazines Publishing Plc. On 24 April, HoH Cassandra nominated Grahame for eviction as a "pawn" to evict a bigger target. From finding love with eventual winner Pete Bennett to screaming matches with fellow housemates. [9][10] Grahame, who had earned an NVQ in beauty therapy, took part in the 2004 Miss Hertfordshire pageant, where she came fourth. 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 footballer's wife in Sky One's Dream Team. 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. I'm excited that it's a petite collection because sizing is always something I struggle with. It will feature interviews with the Big Brother star's mother, as well as other members of her family and her friends. "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. 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?" But the following year, Nikki revealed to Closer magazine that she moved abroad to beat her anorexia which she had been struggling with again. 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. Nicky arrived with mother Rosa di Marco, brothers Beppe and Gianni and sister Teresa in 1998. After her parents' separation, she was raised by her mother. When will it return? What's he waiting for? Jonathan Hordle via Getty Images. Something went wrong, please try again later. How good would that be? It is not known whether Nikki will return to the Big Brother house ever again. Nikki was living the life in Australia on a family vacation before the lockdown began, but it is unclear where she is isolating now. 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.". Jump directly to the content . Her former housemate and boyfriend Pete managed to see Nikki in person several weeks before her death,. Follow us on Facebook, or on Twitter @BBCNewsEnts. Nikki Grahame started her TV career in 2003 when she appeared in the British soap opera, EastEnders.The same year, she appeared in a dating game show titled Blind Date.In 2004, she took part in the Miss Hertfordshire pageant, finishing fourth. Not only that, but she was training to be a teaching assistant. The page said the 38-year-old was in "a very bad way" and needed treatment in a rehabilitation centre. But we didnt., He added: We have lost a true character. [29] In September 2007, Grahame was given a regular column in OK! [23] After her first eviction, a reality television series similar to Simple Life in which Grahame would star was announced. pic.twitter.com/31wojcWI6F. She spent the next eight months at Collingham Gardens before returning home. 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. VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. 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. She added it will "be tough, but Nikki was one special girl - kind and smart with the biggest heart". She appeared as an extra in the BBC's EastEnders and played a footballer's wife in Sky One's Dream Team. Grahame took part in the Soccer Six charity tournament at Wrexham's Racecourse Ground in May 2007. Beat's phone lines are open 365 days a year from 9am8pm during the week, and 4pm8pm on weekends and bank holidays. Nikki Grahame, who suffered from anorexia nervosa, wrote two books based on her experiences with the eating disorder. 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. She was readmitted to Collingham Gardens, where she stayed for six months, and was then taken to Great Ormond Street Hospital, where she was placed on a psychiatric and eating disorders ward. "Those meltdowns really were me, though. On Saturday, the page was updated to announce the news of Grahame's death. The star is sadly infertile as a result of anorexia, but she's hoping IVF could help her become a mum. After regaining consciousness, she was admitted to an eating disorders clinic called Rhodes Farm where she started showing signs of improvement after six months. Gianni was charged with assault but the charges were dropped when Nicky admitted that she had not told the whole truth. BBC Speaking on This Morning, she said: "I think its such dangerous territory. She came into prominence in 2006 when she participated in the seventh series of the popular reality TV show Big Brother UK. Last year, Charlie teased a return to the show during an interview on Loose Women. Station master arrested after dozens killed in Greece train crash, Survivors describe 'nightmarish seconds' as trains crashed, Rescuers search wreckage of deadly Greece train crash. Ms McCall wrote: It felt odd that I had posted something on Twitter and not on here. After a heart-to-heart with TJ and advice from David, she decides to stay in Walford for her children's sake. We are shocked and saddened by this awful news and our thoughts are with her family. She attempted suicide on multiple occasions. Nikkis friend found her unconscious in bed late that day and Sue was alerted with a call from the pal screaming and crying. 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. 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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. Nikki Spraggan made her first appearance on 7 November 2013. Soap fans' fury as EastEnders, Emmerdale & Coronation Street cancelled next week. Last Appearance In 2017, she appeared as herself in one of the episodes of the popular TV reality series, In Therapy. [9], In May 2006, Grahame registered as a contestant on the seventh series of the Channel 4 reality television series Big Brother, in which she became known for her behaviour such as temper tantrums, Diary Room theatrics, and becoming romantically linked to Pete Bennett, the winner of the series. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. She was iconic. 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. In 2019, she appeared in Britain's Got More Talent. Read more: More heartbreak as Nikki Grahames dad dies of cancer. She arrives two days before Christmas with presents for TJ and Rosie, and Terry says the children can stay with Nikki for Christmas because she will be alone. She appeared as an extra on the BBC soap EastEnders before being cast in the UK version of Big Brother 7 in 2006. Big Brother has played such a huge part of my life, it changed my life for the better. But regardless of your opinions of her, it is likely most would look forward to seeing her on screens again. was on tonight (April 7), a year after Grahame passed away at age 38 due to complications of anorexia nervosa. She doesn't follow anyone on the social media site, but still has more than 135,000 followers. DeSantis won't say he's running. Grahame survived the public vote after polling fewer votes than at least two of the other nominees. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Nikki sadly passed away earlier this week at the age of 38 after dealing with an eating disorder. 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. Read about our approach to external linking. [56] A tribute to Grahame was aired at the start of episode 18 of Big Brother Canada 9. 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. Reality TV star Nikki Grahame, who rose to fame as a contestant on Big Brother, has died aged 38. . Minxy Nikki loves a good time. [13] However, Grahame herself admitted in her autobiography that she intentionally withheld her diagnoses and psychiatric history from the Big Brother team, and only admitted the truth when she was already in the House and struggling. Here are some of her best rewears from over the years, Marnie Simpson's haunted house hell - 'I see flying orbs and hear bangs, it's scary', EXCLUSIVE: Marnie Simpson has opened up about her haunted house hell with dark shadows and loud bangs, leaving her calling in the experts from Celebrity Help! Suespoke toOK! Speaking last week, her mother Sue Grahame told This Morning that her daughters condition deteriorated after the gyms closed during the coronavirus pandemic. Nikki appeared In Therapy on the Channel 5 documentary back in 2017, where she shared her struggles with depression and anorexia in on-camera therapy sessions. 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. [30], On 24 August 2010, Grahame competed in Ultimate Big Brother, in which she was the only housemate to represent Big Brother 7. If you have a story suggestion email entertainment.news@bbc.co.uk. Get in touch on april.curtin@reachplc.com, Anyone who watched Big Brother remembers Nikki Grahame. In a double-eviction twist, however, Grahame was again nominated for eviction alongside Dormer by the HoHs Nick and Phil. She appeared as an extra in the BBC's EastEnders and played a footballer's wife in Sky One's Dream Team. 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. "Its not just about being slim, its about children, this is vital growth for them. Soap cancelled, but when will the missed episode air? She is portrayed by Carly Hillman. ", Paying tribute to Grahame on Twitter, Clark-Neal wrote: "Thinking of [Grahame's mother] Susan and Nikki's close friends and family. Nikki Grahame turned herself into a household name after she entered the Big Brother house in 2006 - capturing the hearts of the nation with her countless TV meltdowns. The next day, she was found dead in her Stanmore flat; she had died from complications of anorexia nervosa at the age of 38. Showbiz. In March 2021, Nikki Grahames family stated that she had relapsed again and is willing to recover. Beth Williams And the reality TV princess moved back into the Big Brother house not once, not twice, but four more times. Those Big Brother moments shall forever remain with me. Grahame, originally from Northwood in north-west London, took part in the seventh series of Big Brother in 2006. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK! Give them a call on 0808 801 0677, their studentline can be reached on 0808 801 0811and youthline is 0808 801 0711. 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What Links Here "Unfortunately it is something you do live with, but you are in control and I think that is why its such delicate grounds because it is exacerbating eating disorders.". However, Sue admitted that as it turns out she was the last person to ever speak to Nikki. Former Big Brother presenter Davina McCall led the tributes, tweeting: "I am so desperately sad to hear about Nikki Grahame. Her death was caused by anorexia nervosa complications. Repeated intentional offences of this rule could lead to a ban, Many thanks the EastEnders Wiki admin team. Nicky arrived with mother Rosa di Marco, brothers Beppe and Gianni and sister Teresa in 1998. Nikki Grahame died on April 9, 2021, at the age of 38. Big Brother star Nikki died on April 9 at the age of 38 following a battle with anorexia. Gender She is portrayed by Rachel WIlde. This is a list of characters from the BBC soap opera EastEnders, ordered by the year in which they made their final appearance. 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