Nikki Grahame has died

11 Apr, 2021 - 12:43 AM by James

Nikki Grahame has died at the age of 38. Nikki took part in the seventh series in 2006 and was one of the show's most recognisable stars. She returned as a housemate in UK Big Brother twice: in Ultimate Big Brother in 2010 and also the 2015 series. In 2016 she took part in the Canadian version of the show. Nikki battled with anorexia for many years, and she released a book in 2009. Last month, a fundraising page was set up, asking fans to donate towards her recovery. The page said the 38-year-old was in "a very bad way" and needed treatment in a rehabilitation centre. The page has been updated with following message. Quote: It is with great sadness, we have to let you know that our dear friend Nikki passed away in the early hours of Friday 9th April. It breaks our hearts to know that someone who is so precious was taken from us at such a young age. Nikki not only touched the lives of millions of people, but also her friends and family who will miss her immensely. We would like to request privacy at this difficult time, while Nikki's friends and family process the sad news. Full details will be released as and when we know them. All donations have been greatly appreciated and it was heartwarming for everyone including Nikki to see how much she was loved. Funds will be held safely in this GoFundMe until we have established an organisation supporting those suffering from anorexia to which we will make a donation in Nikki's memory. We will post updates for you with more details as soon as we have them. We are working with GoFundMe at this time. If you want to request a refund, you can write into GoFundMe's team here: https://support.gofundme.com/hc/en-u...d=360000288632 Rest In Peace, Nikki. We love you & not a day will go by without missing your smile. X X X https://www.gofundme.com/f/2azz481mlc Davina McCall wrote in tribute on Twitter: "I am so desperately sad to hear about Nikki Grahame. My thoughts are with her friends and family xx she really was the funniest, most bubbly sweetest girl." Marcus Bentley posted "‘Who is she’? The best housemate ever! Night, night Princess Nikki!". Rylan Clark-Neal wrote "Thinking of Susan and Nikki’s close friends and family. A Big Brother Icon x"

Comment posted by: Black Dagger

Just seen tweets come through on social media

Published on: 10 Apr, 2021 - 5:49 PM

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Comment posted by: Niamh.

Omg [emoji44] what happened?

Published on: 10 Apr, 2021 - 5:50 PM

Comment posted by: Alf

That's sad RIP

Published on: 10 Apr, 2021 - 5:51 PM

Comment posted by: Cherie

oh no, R.I.P Nikki Iconic housemate

Published on: 10 Apr, 2021 - 5:51 PM

Comment posted by: Kate!

omg I'm so truly sorry to hear this. Very sad news indeed. RIP Nikki. God bless you.

Published on: 10 Apr, 2021 - 5:51 PM

Comment posted by: DouglasS

RIP My favourite housemate of all time

Published on: 10 Apr, 2021 - 5:51 PM

Comment posted by: rusticgal

That’s tragic...she was an amazing Housemate.

Published on: 10 Apr, 2021 - 5:53 PM

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Comment posted by: Ammi

...poor, poor Nikki..she suffered so much with mental health ...my heart breaks for her family and friends...she was such a shining, beautiful starlight.......

Published on: 10 Apr, 2021 - 5:54 PM

Comment posted by: Amy Jade

I'm actually writing this with tears in my eyes, poor Nikki. May she find peace now. My heart goes out to her lovely mum too

Published on: 10 Apr, 2021 - 5:54 PM

Comment posted by: Kate!

NIKKI Grahame has died at the age of 38 after a long battle with anorexia. The Big Brother star*checked into a private hospital*to treat her eating disorder last month after her desperate friends managed to raise more than £65,500 to start paying for life-saving care.

Published on: 10 Apr, 2021 - 5:55 PM

Comment posted by: AnnieK

Aw, so sad. Such a cruel illness. RiP

Published on: 10 Apr, 2021 - 5:55 PM

Comment posted by: Ammi

Quote: Originally Posted by Amy Jade I'm actually writing this with tears in my eyes, poor Nikki. May she find peace now. My heart goes out to her lovely mum too ...Amy......and poor Cal also will be heartbroken...

Published on: 10 Apr, 2021 - 5:56 PM

Comment posted by: Kate!

38. Way too young to die. I'm in shock about this. X

Published on: 10 Apr, 2021 - 5:56 PM

Comment posted by: DouglasS

I wonder who her BB pals are and if they’ll comment I know her and Imogen would hang out all the time and she was at her baby shower

Published on: 10 Apr, 2021 - 5:56 PM

Comment posted by: Nicky91

omg, anorexia is such a horrible thing RIP a bb icon

Published on: 10 Apr, 2021 - 5:56 PM

Comment posted by: Glenn.

So devastated at this news.

Published on: 10 Apr, 2021 - 5:58 PM

Comment posted by: Samm

This is so so sad, such a happy spirit to watch, you could always tell Nikki was just lovely on her appearances such an innocent nature. I’m truly devastated

Published on: 10 Apr, 2021 - 5:59 PM

Comment posted by: bots

probably the most memorable BB contestant ever

Published on: 10 Apr, 2021 - 6:01 PM

Comment posted by: Crimson Dynamo

really really tragic

Published on: 10 Apr, 2021 - 6:01 PM

Comment posted by: Jessica.

So terribly sad, please get help if you're struggling!

Published on: 10 Apr, 2021 - 6:02 PM

Comment posted by: Kate!

Just looked at the whose online list and nearly everyone is viewing this thread. Nikki was so loved. One of a kind.

Published on: 10 Apr, 2021 - 6:03 PM

Comment posted by: Rob!

My favourite housemate of all time RIP queen.

Published on: 10 Apr, 2021 - 6:04 PM

Comment posted by: Scarlett.

Aw, I loved Nikki, she was my favourite HM in BB7. RIP

Published on: 10 Apr, 2021 - 6:05 PM