An investigation is underway at Dorset County Hospital following the death of Big Brother star Nikki Grahame.

She suffered from anorexia for a large part of her life and died on April 5.

She had been treated by Dorset County Hospital in the days leading up to her death. The cause of her death is still currently unknown.

A spokesperson for Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, said: "Staff at the trust were deeply saddened to learn of the death of Miss Grahame, and our thoughts are with the family and friends of Miss Grahame at this very difficult time.

"A full internal investigation into the circumstances of Miss Grahame's death is currently underway. This is in line with standard procedures following any sudden death.

"All information and findings arising from this investigation will be shared confidentially with Miss Grahame's family, and thereafter with the coroner as part of any coronial process.

"The trust will do everything it can to assist the coroner in any ongoing coronial process."

Nikki Grahame took part in the seventh series of Big Brother in 2006.

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