On 10 September, Grahame became the runner up in the show receiving a positive reaction from the crowd, after losing out to Big Brother 2 winner Brian Dowling in the final vote. I’m going to smash someone’s head in (Punches her own hand with her fist and sighs). News Corp is a network of leading companies in the worlds of diversified media, news, education, and information services. It will always have a place in my heart. Following her death, Bennett posted a picture of him and Grahame on Instagram and shared … When weight falls dangerously low, the body digests its own protein to survive, so there is wasting of muscles and even the heart, which can be fatal. After exiting the Big Brother house she was known to have bought a house in London with a concierge and 24 hr gym - … [2] She described her early childhood as the "happiest ever", however a series of upsets followed, when at the age of eight, her parents divorced and her grandfather, to whom she was extremely close, died from cancer. In the process of overcoming her eating disorder, she developed obsessive-compulsive disorder (in her case involving a chronic fear of germs). Then an update came on Saturday, April 10 that announced that Grahame has died. The fellow stars of Big Brother 7 - the series that saw the late Nikki Grahame rise to fame - are caught up in a feud on social media site Instagram. 's "Hot Stars" section, where she gave her views on celebrities and recent celebrity events. TRAGIC Big Brother star Nikki Grahame's death at the age of just 38 left her friends, family and fans devastated, including her BB7 co-stars with whom she rose to fame back in 2006. [18] In the wake of this, ICSTIS launched an inquiry which could have resulted in Channel 4 refunding an estimated £3 million to people who took part with phone or text votes. [2], Grahame refused to accept treatment willingly and commented: "I was on a mission to starve myself to death...I was obsessed. Grahame suffered from anorexia nervosa throughout her life. At 12, she tried to commit suicide in Great Ormond Street Hospital after being told she couldn’t go home for Christmas. She doesn’t even know me. Host Davina McCall said she was “desperately sad” to hear about Nikki’s death, adding: “She was the funniest, most bubbly sweetest girl.”. [citation needed] On 14 April, Grahame was voted in the top two of who Canada wanted to see become the Head of Household for the week, but ultimately lost a competition of luck to fellow HouseGuests Nick & Phil Paquette. Nikki Grahame's mother revealed that the Big Brother star 'felt lost' after her fame fell away and that lockdown was the final blow for her eating disorder. Nikki Grahame is the author of the book Fragile: The True Story of my Lifelong Battle with Anorexia. Nikki not only touched the lives of millions of people, but … Anorexia charity Beat reports calls to its helpline are up 300 per cent this year. [16] Grahame was then chosen to return to the main house by the surviving contestants, even though she had already been evicted. By nine, Nikki was hospitalised as her weight fell to just three stone. She began to lie to her mum about eating lunch at school while doing hundreds of sit-ups a day. You were a true winner.”. ... Pete Bennett has revealed Nikki Grahame's final text to him before her death. Who is she? If you, or anyone you know, needs help dealing with mental health problems, the following organisations provide support: She said in 2009: “I’ll never return to the person I was before I was eight. [32] Grahame was nominated to face a double eviction in the second week of the show's run alongside five of her fellow housemates, Grahame survived the public vote after tallying fewer votes to evict than at least two of the other nominated housemates. She doesn’t even know who I am, what I’m like. [22], In between her two stays in the Big Brother House, Grahame presented the "Celebrity Spotting" section on one episode of The Friday Night Project, which is normally presented by Debra Stephenson. Let's all vow to ask for help when we need it, and listen out for others... You're Not Alone. However, she resumed undereating, and several months later was rushed to an emergency unit at Hillingdon Hospital, where she was force-fed through a nasal tube. 'NOT EATING WAS MY HOBBY' Inside Nikki Grahame’s heartbreaking 30-year battle with anorexia which started at 8 when a girl said she had a big bum Instagram. There can also be kidney and liver damage. Next Wednesday night Nikki will be attending the Big Brother 18 Premier Viewing Party in New York City. Pete Bennett has hit back at Imogen Thomas after she accused him of betraying their late Big Brother housemate Nikki Grahame by sharing her final text.. Grahame – who dated Bennett after they met on the Channel 4 reality show in 2006 – died this month aged 38 following a long battle with anorexia.. They stated that she "constantly feels weak and is struggling on a day to day basis", and explained that she does want to recover, but feels it is "impossible". Big Brother star Nikki Grahame has died aged 38 after a long battle with anorexia. Others have been sharing forgotten clips from Channel 4 six-parter Princess Nikki – including 2.7million people watching Nikki freak on a farm after a cow farted on her. [9][10] In addition, Grahame, who had earned an NVQ in beauty therapy, also took part in the 2004 Miss Hertfordshire pageant, where she came fourth. ... Im sorry my angel I miss your funny personality", "I'm still trying to process the passing of Nikki Grahame. After exiting the Big Brother house she was known to have bought a house in London with a concierge and 24 hr gym - … "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. In 2001, she was admitted to Bethlem Hospital in Beckenham, Kent, after a relapse. Nikki Grahame was born in Watford, England, on 28 April 1982. Periods usually stop early on, and downy hair grows on the face and body. I'm excited that it's a petite collection because sizing is always something I struggle with.”[37], On 23 February 2016, it was revealed that Grahame was one of four 'international wildcards' representing Big Brother UK who could potentially be voted into the Big Brother Canada house via an online vote. She later said: “Before Big Brother, I’d never felt I fitted in or belonged anywhere. The most obvious sign is being seriously underweight. Between then and now. There is a link with anxiety, low self-esteem and an obsessive personality. [42] In 2017, Grahame appeared as a special guest for the Big Brother Canada awards. The outpouring of Red heart for her has been overwhelming. In all there will be some 30 Big Brother alumini from the USA and Canada series. Nikki worked with eating disorder charities and hospitals where she comforted anorexia patients. [1][47][48][49] She was set to enter a private facility in Devon to receive specialist treatment the following week and weighed less than 30 kg (66 lb) at the time of her death. Where is Nikki Grahame now? Big Brother stars, including Rylan Clark-Neal and Aisleyne Horgan- Wallace, paid tribute to the woman whose tantrums, side-splitting catchphrases and melodramatic gestures won her a place in the nation’s heart. During round three, she was the strongest link of the team (answered the most questions correctly and earned the most money), but was eliminated in round five after then becoming the weakest link of the team. The aim is that by sharing practical advice, raising awareness and breaking down the barriers people face when talking about their mental health, we can all do our bit to help save lives. Shortly after, her weight dropped so low that she fell into a coma and at one stage doctors predicted that she was minutes from death. Blue star Duncan James has revealed his heartache over begging Nikki Grahame to eat in the midst of her anorexia battle – confessing he wishes he had a chance to say goodbye to her when she was at her illest. The programme's decision to include a contestant with prior mental health issues was criticised in the media, with experts suggesting that she should not have been allowed to take part. At the age of 16, she had increased her weight to 40 kg (6 st 4 lb) and was released from the clinic. 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In 2010, Grahame finished as the runner-up in Ultimate Big Brother, and in 2015, she appeared in the sixteenth series of Big Brother UK as a guest housemate. [2] For 18 months, Grahame remained at home and attended Northwood secondary school in Hillingdon, west London,[3] before her weight started dropping once again. Over £65,500 was raised by friends and well-wishers. At the age of 12, she stole a packet of paracetamol from the hospital's supplies and swallowed 22 pills. [18] Despite ICSTIS ruling that Big Brother breached its guidelines and misled phone voters, Channel 4 was not made to refund viewers and was instead fined and forced to pay almost £50,000 in administrative costs. (Nikki jumps up off the chair and heads to the door) Can you let me out? Those Big Brother moments shall forever remain with me. Grahame's final placing was three higher than her placing in Big Brother 7. Nikki Grahame was born in Watford in 1982. Often the person obsesses about food and tries to hide how little they eat. The programme featured Grahame in intensive on-camera therapy sessions with psychotherapist Mandy Saligari where she spoke about her struggles with depression and anorexia. Nikki was on Big Brother Canada 4 her 4th stint in Big Brother and now has many fans in Canada and the USA. And when she left the house, Nikki lapped up her new celeb status. You lot have made a damn well good decision. That is why The Sun launched the You're Not Alone campaign. [11][12] During her Big Brother tenure, tabloid newspapers reported that Grahame had battled with the eating disorder anorexia for the majority of her adolescence, and had attempted suicide by taking an overdose of paracetamol several times. She died due to complications from anorexia on 9 April 2021, aged 38. Nikki Grahame, a former reality TV star and “Big Brother U.K.” contestant, has died at the age of 38 after a long and public battle with anorexia. In 2017, she discussed her eating disorder in Channel 5’s Celebrities: In Therapy. I’d never seen the show and I thought, ‘Will she cope?’”. Tragically, she died in the early hours of Friday morning, aged 38, in a private hospital where she was getting treatment for a 30-year-long battle with anorexia. [39] On 28 April, she survived this eviction when Jared Kesler was evicted in a 3–1 eviction vote. (Walks back to the chair) I’m too angry to talk. It doesn't discriminate, touching the lives of people in every corner of society - from the homeless and unemployed to builders and doctors, reality stars and footballers. The programme followed her attempts to hold an everyday job and was apparently inspired by her disastrous turn as a PA in a Big Brother task assigned to housemates. After winning a National Television Award in 2006, her spin-off series Princess Nikki saw her try normal jobs such as bin man, farm hand and serving up fish and chips — inevitably causing her to kick off. She struggled because she couldn’t go to the gym. And men are three times more likely to take their own life than women. And on video app TikTok users are lipsyncing to Nikki’s iconic Big Brother whinges. [29], In June 2007, Grahame returned to the Big Brother franchise but this time as a reporter for its spin-off show, Big Brother's Little Brother. Recalling the day Nikki was invited to go on the show, her mum said: “She was jumping up and down, she was so delighted. ... "Dying to be thin", a couple of years ago, and i then thought it was a bit tedious. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. It’s one in a million. Between eight and nineteen years old, Nikki was in and out of hospitals and institutions as she battled with anorexia nervosa. Ex-boyfriend and series winner Pete Bennett, 39, said through tears yesterday: “I thought we could save her. [25] The show, Princess Nikki, premiered on E4 on 6 September and ran for six weeks. [53] A special tribute to Grahame also aired at the start of episode 18 of the then airing Big Brother Canada 9. [44], In October 2011, Grahame confirmed she had relapsed and was suffering from anorexia again, stating she had checked into her 11th institution and weighed 35 kg (77 lb). The Sun launched the You're Not Alone campaign. To many, she is the best remembered star of the reality show – but what did her co-stars get up to afterwards? SITTING on a gold throne in a bikini in the Big Brother diary room, Nikki Grahame flamboyantly demanded to know: “Who is she? She said: “I was sitting in a trendy photographic studio for a shoot and interview with The Sun newspaper. She took part in Ultimate Big Brother in 2010, Big Brother Time Warp in 2015 and the Canadian version of the show in 2016. (Sighs) I hate her – I tell you now. The star, 38, had been battling an eating disorder and reportedly been at a … Nicola Rachele-Beth Grahame (28 April 1982 – 9 April 2021) was an English television personality, model and author. (Cut to CCTV camera shot), Police condemn Man U fans' protest with officer hospitalised by 'bottle attack', Cop slashed in face with bottle as Man Utd fans storm Old Trafford in Glazer demo, Ellie Goulding reveals she's given birth to her first baby with husband Caspar, William & Charles 'won't open their arms to Harry again' after Oprah interview, ©News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. Upon speaking about it being the last series, Grahame said "There is something about this house where nothing else matters. [20] The crowd response was less positive than it had been at her prior eviction, where she seemingly left to unanimous chanting and cheers. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. She went to Paris and worked in a gift shop but returned to the UK after a relationship ended. Because I moan and whinge and all the other reasons they nominated me last week. Nikki’s anorexia had already left her with bone osteoporosis — meaning her bones can break easily. ALTHOUGH Nikki’s stint on Big Brother was 15 years ago she recently found a new legion of young fans on social media. Apr 12 2021, 11:57 ET. It’s a really enjoyable night out, which people need right now. It was confirmed last week that Big Brother star Nikki had died aged 38, following years struggling with an eating disorder. [18], An ICSTIS regulator commented that the majority of complaining viewers believed that they were misled by the makers of Big Brother, as they were under the impression that they had voted to evict the ex-housemate permanently. Since then, Pete has turned his life around and in 2016 set up a … "[4] This culminated in several suicide bids. June 16, 2016. At the beginning of 2020, she completed a course in caring for children with special needs. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. [46] They began a GoFundMe fundraiser to pay for private treatment, since the NHS treatments "failed", and they had "exhausted every avenue possible" and raised over £60,000 towards Grahame's treatment. [2], 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. You can’t talk about Big Brother and Nikki Grahame without talking about Pete Bennett. [38] Following the first eviction on 3 March 2016, it was revealed that Grahame had been voted into the house with Tim Dormer, the winner of the tenth series of Big Brother Australia. [9], In May 2006, Grahame registered as one of the contestants on the seventh series of the Channel 4 (later Channel 5) reality television series Big Brother. 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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. Diesel car sales down in Europe. Entertainment Television. But it’s OK — she’s in a good place. [2] She was kept in for six weeks and then released. What have I f***ing done? Big Brother has played such a huge part of my life, it changed my life for the better. Yet it's rarely spoken of, a taboo that threatens to continue its deadly rampage unless we all stop and take notice, now. She then returned to the UK version of the in 2018, after it was announced it would be the last series to air on Channel 5. After leaving hospital in 2001, Nikki studied for an NVQ in beauty therapy and worked on beauty counters in department stores. It's thought that Nikki is currently living in London, although she has previously divided her time between the UK and Toronto, Canada. The TV personality had checked into a private hospital last month as she fought an eating disorder. But as the pandemic hit, her family told how the closure of gyms, “terminal loneliness” and an accident had seen her relapse. I don’t even want to look at it. Doctors brushed off her mum’s concerns as Nikki lied to them about how much she was eating — sometimes just a few bites of food a day. She first began to obsess over her weight when, amid her difficult home life, a girl at her gymnastics club told her she had a big bum. It's thought that Nikki is currently living in London, although she has previously divided her time between the UK and Toronto, Canada. She spent her childhood in and out of hospital for nine years — with one doctor telling her mum it was the worst case he had ever seen. Alarmed by her shrinking frame, friends raised £68,000 from fans via a GoFundMe campaign to send Nikki to a private hospital in London — but the star died less than a month after it launched. Her mum told how Nikki had wanted to help kids as she lost huge parts of her childhood to her illness. The reality TV star, who … Updated: Apr 12 2021, 12:34 ET. But now, a couple of years later and with another agenda for reading books about eating disorders, i really like this book. Grahame—who has been described as a "daddy's girl"—was greatly hurt by the split. She was readmitted to Collingham Gardens for six months and then to Great Ormond Street Hospital in London where she was placed on a psychiatric and eating disorders ward. [45], In March 2021, Grahame's family announced that she had relapsed again. Dormer was vetoed off the block and was replaced by Joel Lefevre. One – watched more than 300,000 times – is captioned: “How are you finding self-isolation?”, Below is a clip of Nikki in the diary room screaming: “I f***ing hate it!”. I don’t get it. Who is she? In an interview with Reveal magazine, Grahame stated “I've been on buying trips and been designing a lot of things myself. The following year, she competed in the fourth season of Big Brother Canada, finishin… Let me out. Her manager confirmed she had died on Friday morning in a statement released on Saturday. 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. Grahame checked into a private hospital last month, after her family set up a GoFundMe page to help pay for intensive treatment. Because I took it last week and actually, if they’d have voted for me again this week, fair dos. Nikki Grahame's ex-boyfriend Pete Bennett has shared his final text from the Big Brother star before her death.. Grahame – who dated Bennett after they met on the Channel 4 reality show in 2006 – died aged 38 on Friday 9 April following a long-term battle with anorexia.. Bennett revealed Grahame's last text message to him in an interview with Heat magazine. [15] Less than four weeks after her exit, she was voted back into the 'House Next Door' by 63% of the voting public, along with three other ex-housemates. NIKKI Grahame is battling anorexia and her condition has "worsened" in recent months. Nicola Rachele-Beth Grahame (28 April 1982 – 9 April 2021) was an English television personality, model and author. [5] She claimed that her weight subsequently dropped to 17 kg (2 st 9 lb). The following year, she competed in the fourth season of Big Brother Canada, finishing in sixth place. On 24 March, Grahame entered Dorset County Hospital, where she remained until she was discharged one day before her death at her home in London on 9 April 2021 due to complications from anorexia nervosa, at the age of 38. Returns to Big Brother. It's the biggest killer of people under the age of 35, more deadly than cancer and car crashes. But despite her sunny persona, Nikki had been struggling against an eating disorder since childhood. In Fragile, one of two books she wrote, Nikki revealed: “What I didn’t know then was that the time spent living in that house up until I was seven was my childhood — all of it.”. Her mum would sob as she begged a skeletal Nikki to eat. [6], Before Grahame appeared on Big Brother, she appeared as an extra in the BBC soap opera EastEnders,[7] and played a footballer's wife in Sky One's Dream Team. She released two books, Dying to Be Thin (2009) and Fragile (2012) based on her experiences with the illness. Anorexia is actually one of the deadliest of all mental health conditions. Nikki Grahame has sparked concerns about her health after appearing "painfully skinny" at a recent showbiz party. “They treated me like royalty, with champagne and chocolate waiting for me when I arrived.”. No other details were provided. (Sighs) How dare she vote for me? I don’t have one regret, not one. Pete Bennett. Grahame won a National Television Award for Most Popular TV Contender. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Despite her sunny persona, Nikki Grahame had been struggling against an eating disorder since childhood, Ex-boyfriend and series winner Pete Bennett, 39, paid tribute to Nikki, Nikki's tantrum on Big Brother catapulted her to instant fame, Nikki first began to obsess over her weight when, amid her difficult home life, a girl at her gymnastics club told her she had a big bum, The reality star applied to appear on Big Brother, vowing to 'stick two fingers up at all the people who’d made fun of me', By 2015, Nikki had another relapse of anorexia and suicide attempt after TV work dried up, Nikki strikes a pose alongside her fellow Ultimate Big Brother stars in 2010, Nikki with ex-boyfriend Pete Bennett on the red carpet, Nikki Grahame says she 'loves food and living' in heartbreaking chat about her recovery from anorexia on Big Brother. 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