Nikki Grahame was born Nicola Rachele-Beth Grahame on 28 April 1982, in Northwood, London, England, to Susan and David Grahame. 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! 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. A Big Brother Icon. 23 The pain you and she must have endured.. I dont have one regret, not one. The soap star absolutely nailed her scenes as she viciously told Barry she didn't love him and just wanted his money before pushing him off the cliff. This led to her overprotective brother Gianni attacking Rod. 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. Video, Rescuers search wreckage of deadly Greece train crash, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Betty (II)|Blue|Boots|Bronson|Chips|Chops|Corky|Craig|Crush|Crystal|Dalgliesh|Dave|Eric| She also appeared as a contestant on ITV dating show Blind Date and competed in the 2004 Miss Hertfordshire pageant. She eventually finished in fifth place. 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. [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]. 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 a statement to the BBC, Grahame's manager confirmed "with immeasurable sadness" that Grahame died on Friday morning. [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. It will always have a place in my heart.". 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. Thank you Big Brother for everything. But it was her Diary Room rant about golden housemate Susie Verrico that really turned her into a national treasure. [36], On 23 February 2016, Grahame was announced as one of four 'international wildcards' representing Big Brother UK who could be voted into the Big Brother Canada house via an online vote. 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For a full list of present characters, see list of characters from EastEnders . 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?" Former Big Brother star Nikki Grahame has died at the age of 38. place of death: Stanmore, London, England. Ive typed and deleted three times I cant find the words its just really tragic. She appeared as an extra in the BBC's EastEnders and played a footballer's wife in Sky One's Dream Team. I met her a long time ago and she was a lovely girl. 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. Grahame won a National Television Award for Most Popular TV Contender. Nikki enjoys being the centre of attention and makes her ex, Terrys life intermittently hell. 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. At the time of her death, Grahame weighed less than 30kg (66lb). Minxy Nikki loves a good time. Former Big Brother star Nikki Grahame has died at the age of 38. . On 24 March, she was admitted to Dorset County Hospital from where she was released on 8 April 2021. Subsequently, she earned the opportunity to host her own show titled Princess Nikki, which ran for a season. 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. Head to our Facebook page @EntertainmenDailyFix and tell us what you think of our story. It will always have a place in my heart. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. She even refused treatment and slipped into a coma. 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. The rest of the di Marco family except Beppe left Walford soon after for a new life in Leicester in August 2000. Grahame was evicted on day 58, but went back into the house after the remaining contestants picked her to return. [31] Grahame was nominated for a double eviction in the show's second week of the show's run alongside five of her housemate. Nicola Rachele-Beth Grahame (28 April 1982 - 9 April 2021) was an English television personality, model and author. Nicoletta "Nicky" di Marco made her first appearance 29 January 1998. 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Though she still had her moments, Nikki received a much more positive reaction in her other appearances, opening up about her severe issues with anorexia. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Kiki splits her time between her mum's home in Hertfordshire and her dad's hotels in Ibiza, and recently spent some of her summer in Spain after lockdown travel restrictions eased. She subsequently finished in fifth place. Nikki Grahame died on April 9, 2021, at the age of 38. Read about our approach to external linking. Close your eyes and go back to sleep.She died in her sleep that night. Nikki Grahame passed away on 9 April 2021 due to complications from the illness. 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. Nikkis friend found her unconscious in bed late that day and Sue was alerted with a call from the pal screaming and crying. The latest news, gossip, pictures and video for the reality star Nikki Grahame. Check-In Girl Soap fans' fury as EastEnders, Emmerdale & Coronation Street cancelled next week. Big Brother star Nikki died on April 9 at the age of 38 following a battle with anorexia. 's "Hot Stars" section. Im so sorry. Duration Several Big Brother figures including former winner Rylan Clark-Neal retweeted the appeal for donations. She attempts to kiss him again but he rebuffs her advances. 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. [27] On 24 March 2007, Grahame appeared on a special "Goodies and Baddies" edition of the game show The Weakest Link. 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. She became known for her tantrums, particularly in the Diary Room. Grahame survived the public vote after polling fewer votes than at least two of the other nominees. [19] The crowd response was less positive than it had been at her prior eviction, when she departed to unanimous chanting and cheers. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. 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. 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. Soap favourites joined by new cast members as reboot starts filming, Neighbours has announced the return of even more beloved cast members who will be will be back on Ramsay Street on the revived show which will air on Amazon Freevee in Autumn, Katie Price fans swoon over her rarely seen brother Dan as he helps her chop wood, Kate Prices fans were sent into a frenzy after her rarely seen brother made an unexpected appearance on her home renovation show, Mucky Mansion, to help with the work. David invites Nikki back to the square to talk to her son when she finds out he has impregnated Cindy Williams. In 2006, she was honored at the National Television Awards with the Most Popular TV Contender award. [23] After her first eviction, a reality television series similar to Simple Life in which Grahame would star was announced. [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. And her departing message in the diary room struck a chord with viewers. In 2017, she appeared as herself in one of the episodes of the popular TV reality series, In Therapy. [16] The remaining contestants chose Grahame to return to the main house, although she had already been evicted. Our series just wouldnt have been the same without her., Top Gear presenter Paddy McGuiness paid tribute saying: "Definitely one of the stars from the glory years of reality TV. [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. [39], In August 2017, Grahame appeared on the Channel 5 documentary "In Therapy", which aired on 3 August 2017. On 24 March, following a fall Grahame entered Dorset County Hospital, where she remained until she was discharged on 8 April. [42] In 2017, Grahame was a special guest at the Big Brother Canada awards. [2], Grahame developed an eating disorder that resulted in her parents having her admitted to the children's eating disorders unit at the Maudsley psychiatric hospital. Im sorry my angel I miss your funny personality", "I'm still trying to process the passing of Nikki Grahame. The same year, she appeared in a dating game show titled Blind Date. The child actress who played the first incarnation of Janine Butcher is now one of the top bosses at Google. 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