Nikki Grahame was born Nicola Rachele-Beth Grahame on 28 April 1982, in Northwood, London, England, to Susan and David Grahame. [56] A tribute to Grahame was aired at the start of episode 18 of Big Brother Canada 9. Last Appearance She subsequently finished in fifth place. [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. Other stars have even taken to social media to replicate her most defining BB diary moments, such as Leigh-Anne Pinnock from Little Mix. The following year, she competed in the fourth season of Big Brother Canada, finishing in sixth place. According to her LinkedIn profile, Rebecca is now the director of global marketing at Google Search. Her tantrums were absolutely iconic and the dramatic meltdowns have made iconic memes and references for well. Sue revealed: "On the day she died, she called me at 3.30am to tell me she'd made it to the bathroom with her new walking frame. Grahame suffered from anorexia nervosa throughout her life. In 2017, she appeared as herself in one of the episodes of the popular TV reality series, In Therapy. Got a story? She appeared as an extra in the BBC's EastEnders and played a footballer's wife in Sky One's Dream Team. Subsequently, she earned the opportunity to host her own show titled Princess Nikki, which ran for a season. She became known for her tantrums, particularly in the Diary Room. [42] In 2017, Grahame was a special guest at the Big Brother Canada awards. Nikki Grahame went on to appear in several TV shows, such as 8 out of 10 Cats and Celebrity Scissorhands. Something went wrong, please try again later. 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. Heartbreakingly, she revealed that when she got to Nikkis home she kissed my little girls mouth and stroked her hair. Former Big Brother presenter Davina McCall led the tributes, tweeting: "I am so desperately sad to hear about Nikki Grahame. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. 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. She also appeared as a contestant on ITV dating show Blind Date and competed in the 2004 Miss Hertfordshire pageant. 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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. Nikki Grahame: Who Is She? In the process of overcoming her eating disorder, she developed obsessive-compulsive disorder involving a chronic fear of germs. Romances Before 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. [30], On 24 August 2010, Grahame competed in Ultimate Big Brother, in which she was the only housemate to represent Big Brother 7. We are shocked and saddened by this awful news and our thoughts are with her family. appeared as an extra in the BBC soap opera EastEnders and played a footballer's wife in Sky One's . She then went on to star in her own reality show Princess Nikki, which increased her popularity. 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. So, where did Nikki Grahame go after Big Brother, and where is she now? 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. For a full list of present characters, see list of characters from EastEnders. Big Brother icon Nikki Grahame has passed away at the age of 38 following a long battle with anorexia. Not only that, but she was training to be a teaching assistant. OK! She eventually finished in fifth place. 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. She has worked at the web engine giant for 12 years, working her way up the company to become one of their top bosses. In her first few years, she had very little to do apart from being the best friend of Sonia Jackson and briefly dating Jamie Mitchell, Asif Malik and Martin Fowler. Sue said that she made Nikkis friends promise to stop the paramedics from moving her body until she arrived. She was discovered dead in her Stanmore flat. On 10 September, Grahame became the show's runner-up, receiving a positive reaction from the audience after losing to Big Brother 2 winner Brian Dowling in the final vote. TJ Spraggan Absolutely devastated to hear the news about Nikki Grahame's death. Is EastEnders on tonight? They both became immune from eviction for that week. Nikki Grahame, who shot to fame in Big Brother in 2006, has died, her agent has confirmed. She even refused treatment and slipped into a coma. But we didnt., He added: We have lost a true character. 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. The charges on Rod were also dropped. For a full list of present characters, see list of characters from EastEnders . The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. 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. Sending so much love to her friends and family. Grahame returned to the house in 2010 to take part in Ultimate Big Brother, the final series of the show to be broadcast on Channel 4. She revealed that after coming out of hospital, Nikki wanted some time alone and was planning to go to a recovery clinic a few days later. If you can't get through immediately, the charity says to try again or try theirone-to-one web chat. After her death, Sue revealed that the college had got in touch with her to tell her Nikki had passed her qualification. 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. Beth Williams In 2007, she returned to the Big Brother franchise, appearing as a reporter in Big Brother's Little Brother. Read about our approach to external linking. Rebecca Michael played the role of Janine Butcher in EastEnders from 1989 to 1993. Literally, everything. 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. Relationships/Known relatives She said: "There is something about this house where nothing else matters. Get daily celeb exclusives and behind the scenes house tours direct to your inbox. "I dont have one regret, not one. She also wrote a Big Brother column in the magazine OK!. 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. Princess Nikki and Simple Life were even shows dedicated to documenting her everyday life. We created something magical back in 2006. Jump directly to the content . In an interview with Reveal magazine, Grahame stated: I've been on buying trips and been designing a lot of things myself. 's "Hot Stars" section. First Appearance Give them a call on 0808 801 0677, their studentline can be reached on 0808 801 0811and youthline is 0808 801 0711. Minxy Nikki loves a good time. Shortly after, her weight drastically dropped and she fell into a coma; at one stage, her doctors predicted she was minutes from death. "Please respect the privacy of Nikki's friends and family at this tragic and difficult time," he added. Sons "Its not just about being slim, its about children, this is vital growth for them. On 24 March, following a fall Grahame entered Dorset County Hospital, where she remained until she was discharged on 8 April. 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. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Chanelle Hayes paid tribute to Nikki Grahame and said she was 'such a character' (Picture: @chanellejhayes, Instagram, Rex) Chanelle Hayes has . The rest of the di Marco family except Beppe left Walford soon after for a new life in Leicester in August 2000. She told new! 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.". After eight months, she was allowed to return home. RIP young lady. 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. [44], At the age of 18, Grahame was given breast implants on the National Health Service because her anorexia had left her flat-chested. Whose catch phrases will be with me forever. I should send him a whatsapp.". Her manager confirmed she had died on Friday morning in a statement released on Saturday. List of appearances A statement from her representative said: "It is with immeasurable sadness that Nikki Grahame passed away in the early hours of Friday 9th April 2021. How good would that be? Contents: 2020s: 2023 2022 2021 2020 2010s: 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 In 2016, she participated in Big Brother Canada 4 where she finished sixth. [1], Grahame was born on 28 April 1982 in Northwood, London, England. By this time, she had developed her career as a popular TV personality, and starred in her own reality TV series called Princess Nikki. [18], Grahame finished the show in fifth place with 6.5% of the final vote. From the very start I said I wanted to be really hands on, from picking fabrics to designing labels and I feel like I've succeeded. Her former housemate and boyfriend Pete managed to see Nikki in person several weeks before her death,. In 2015, Grahame participated in the sixteenth series of Big Brother as a "time warp housemate". I was obsessed". In 2019, she appeared in Britain's Got More Talent. Wherever she is, the hilarious memes she has been posting of herself from her original visit to the Big Brother household are keeping her followers entertained. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. In a double-eviction twist, however, Grahame was again nominated for eviction alongside Dormer by the HoHs Nick and Phil. After her parents' separation, she was raised by her mother. Dormer was vetoed off the block and was replaced by Joel Lefevre. Rebecca was replaced by Alexia Demetriou on the hit BBC soap until Janine temporarily left the hit BBC soap in 1996. The former Big Brother host, 53, shared a tribute on Twitter on Saturday but posted. [2] She described her early childhood as the "happiest ever" but when she was eight, her parents divorced and her grandfather, to whom she was very close, died from cancer. Known as "The B-Team", Grahame and several other former housemates were sent to interview people about their opinions of Big Brother 8. Before Fame appeared as an extra in the BBC soap opera EastEnders and played a footballer's wife in Sky One's Dream Team. 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. The latest news, gossip, pictures and video for the reality star Nikki Grahame. A Big Brother Icon. was on tonight (April 7), a year after Grahame passed away at age 38 due to complications of anorexia nervosa. In a statement to the BBC, Grahame's manager confirmed "with immeasurable sadness" that Grahame died on Friday morning. 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