I was homeless after having so much money, it's easy come, easy go. [6], Later in 2006, Bennett was nominated for a National Television Award in 2006 for "Most Popular TV Contender"; however, this was awarded to fellow Big Brother contestant Nikki Grahame.[7]. Stylist MIRANDA HOLDER says you must ditch black trousers worn by Hannah Betts's Betternot younger: Beauty's new fad? Bennett was also the lead singer in a band called Daddy Fantastic, but he left the band after agreeing with a record label that he should become a solo artist. It's all down to the My Daily Horoscope: What will January 16th bring for MY star sign? Pete Bennett and the Love Dogs, the star's newly formed band, went on to play Glastonbury Festival, as well as venues such as London's IndigO2 and Liverpool's Cavern Club. We pay for videos too. [3][4], In 2006, Bennett was selected as one of the original 14 housemates for the seventh series. 14 years have gone by, and the star has been on what can only be described as a roller-coaster since then. The fame pushed me in a way I didn't want to go, I didn't like it. Despite being given 100,000 of prize money and releasing a successful autobiography, Pete is now broke and living off the charity of friends. Hitting back, Pete accused Imogen of milking' her friendship with Nikki and told MailOnline he had been in therapy after his exs "traumatic" passing. Bearded Eurovision legend Conchita Wurst glistens in gold on Glamour puss! After Nikkis tragic death, a nasty feud emerged between Pete and fellow Big Brother contestant Imogen Thomas. Truly, it was special.". 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At the end, each bride voted which was the best wedding for the chance to win their dream honeymoon. I lost it all. This was before he went onto win the biggest reality TV show of the time, so you can imagine the interest he picked up afterwards. Published: 14:04 GMT, 2 April 2015 | Updated: 16:38 GMT, 2 April 2015. Oscar Cainer tells all. Days. However, the business was not a big success and he failed to get any other celebrities on board with his unique venture. After years of running from his problems by getting high on drugs, Pete finally decided to seek proper help by getting in contact with a drugs counselor a few years ago. Pete has also been working on his dream to become a professional actor, featuring in a number of low-budget movies and short films such as Female Zombie Riot (2016) and Crispy's Curse (2017). Click here to upload yours. News of Pete's divorce comes six months after he broke down in tears during a heartbreaking video to the late girlfriend Nikki Grahame. Pete's time on the show was largely debated, with some viewers suggesting he was being exploited for his Tourette's syndrome. Pete Bennett married Gemma (Cherry) "properly" yesterday (13th Feb) at a ceremony somewhere in East Sussex - apparently with a "circus" theme. par ; mai 21, 2022 Tracey Cox reveals what to do if you can only climax a certain way How I got a pay rise, better sleep and my middle-aged mojo back and so can you! He said: "The work dried up pretty fast, no one would touch me with a barge pole because I was to do with Big Brother. Pete married Gemma Costin in 2010. Pete Bennett will celebrate 41st birthday on a Wednesday 22nd of March 2023. They had an informal, non-legal commitment ceremony once upon a time. Let's take a look back at how Pete found fame and where he is now.. Pete first tried to secure a place in the house in 2004 and appeared in Vanessa Nimmo's tape on launch night but he failed to get selected. Nikki Grahame and Pete arrive for the National Television Awards in 2006. The pair continued to date for eight years before marrying in a fake ceremony at Glastonbury festival in 2011, before sealing the deal with an official ceremony on the reality show Four Weddings in early 2014. He chose Tourette Syndrome (UK) Association to receive 400,000 from proceedings of the BB7 phone-in votes. I lost it all," he admitted. Pete began dating his friend Gemma Costin, also known as Cherry, and their wedding ceremony in 2010 was shown on the TV programme Four Weddings. England & Wales, Birth Index, 1837-2005; Biographical Summaries of Notable People [10], In 2013, he guest starred on the web series GIFTED in the pilot episode. Born: Peter Alexander Bennett 22 March 1982 (age 40) London, England. 2023 FemaleFirst Ltd. all rights reserved. But what's more is that, after winning the show, Pete donated the 450,000 charity money he earned to the Tourettes Syndrome Action. I put it on the wrong things. The 'cold girl' look, no snow required! But for those wanting to see him, he has a role in Catherine Tate's new 'The Nan Movie' which has just been released. It seemed like true love when Nikki and Pete hooked up and we couldn't get enough of them on our screens but he soon dumped her when he realised they weren't compatible. Bennett went on to form another band, Pete Bennett and the Love Dogs, which played at Glastonbury, and venues such as IndigO2 and The Cavern Club. WebPeter Alexander Bennett Wiki: Salary, Married, Wedding, Spouse, Family Peter "Pete" Alexander Bennett (born 22 March 1982) is a British singer, author and media personality, He told me I'd winBBand I did.". Pete got hit with a number of deals after the show, Nikki's appearance on the show was equally unforgettable, One of the last photos to be taken of Nikki before she died, Pete leaving the Big Brother House during the 2006 final in London, Pete Bennett went through a tough time following some trauma, Pete Bennett now runs his karaoke night at the Stag and Hounds pub in Bristol. The star also went on to tick off the usual post-reality TV checklist, being nominated for Most Popular TV Contender (but losing out to his lover Nikki) and publishing his own autobiography. He said:'I had all of that money and I didn't know what to do with it I put it on the wrong things. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. And more recently he has been filming for some more high profile productions. Pete's latest acting appearance was on the programme Green Fingers. Publicity Listings The 39-year-old shared the news on Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Charging 100 an hour, Pete would do jobs such as mowing the lawn, cleaning the oven and ironing as well as throwing in a signed photo and t-shirt. Something went wrong, please try again later. After 11 Associated With He dated his Big Brother co-star Nikki Grahame in 2006. The Big Brother winner became lead singer in a band called Daddy Fantastic, wrote music with Guy Chambers and even performed at Glastonbury as Pete Bennett and the Love Dogs. Get more news updates for your local area by putting your postcode into our handy widget below. She said at the time: "I hated it when I realised I was falling in love with Pete Bennett. Both are as screwed up as one another! Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). The now 38-year-old will also star in This Nan's Life - a film spin-off focusing on the backstory of Catherine Tates famous TV pensioner. BIG Brother star Pete Bennett has officially divorced his ex-wife Gemma Rattus - better known as Cherry - after 11 years. Though, this time, in a very different kind of way. Click here to upload yours. The pair are now going through a divorce after splitting in the June. Their short-lived romance didn't work on the outside world but the pair did remain friends - and Pete ended up getting married to a new love. He told host: "The work dried up pretty fast, no one would touch me with a barge pole because I was to do with Big Brother. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. The pair continued to date for "Things hadn't been great anyway, and Nikki was annoyed about some of the things I said on the Jonathan Ross show. 'Ive got into acting, I'm doing loads of films and working my way up the ladder. BIG Brother star Pete Bennett has officially divorced his ex-wife Gemma Rattus - better known as Cherry - after 11 years. Get a daily dose of showbiz gossip direct to your inbox. But I loved him at the time. He said: "It's a bit kinky, but that's it. [2] He has Tourette syndrome. Eight years later,they wed on reality show Four Weddings but Pete Pete has been open about his drug addiction in the past, and in 2015 he decided to broadcast his struggles on Jeremy Kyle. The fame pushed me in a way I didn't want to go, I didn't like it. A month later Nikki revealed that Pete had called time on the romance. ", The pair famously had a brief romance during the show but Pete ended their relationship after a month. The pair got married in 2010 and screened their ceremony on the TV programme Four Weddings. 'I had to deal with my friends deaths and that's what got me off the Ketamine. Reception Venues Wedding Photographers Catering Bridal Salons Wedding Planners Wedding Cakes Rehearsal Dinners, Bridal Showers & Parties DJs Videographers Wedding Rentals Beauty Services Florists Wedding Bands Officiants & Pre-marital Counseling Photo Booths Bar Services Transportation Jewelers Soloists & Ensembles Dance Lessons Decor Invitations It was never meant to be. I was scared and anxious. Registered in England. She claimed she contacted Pete privately to politely ask him to take the snap down, but she would never post the many pics she has online. The star claims that when he was younger, he had one of the worst cases of the condition in Europe. Pete and Gemma, popularly known as Cherry, tied the knot in 2010. For other inquiries, Contact Us. The pair said 'I do' on 2010's Celebrity Four Weddings, which followed four brides as they planned their special day and attended each other's weddings. 'I like being here now and being able to chat to people. And if we're on the phone to each other, we purr.". So, what exactly happened to Pete Bennett from Big Brother? I dont want to know how much I spent on it.'. He was bullied at school from an early age as he was deemed an outcast by fellow children at this time.In 2001 he moved from London to Brighton to study Music where he quickly earned his reputation as a local legend for his eccentricity and extrovert personality. Who got drunk? Do you have a story for The Sun Showbiz team? "It all kind of went wrong, it didn't go to plan. Captioning the post, he wrote: "It's official me and @rattusgemma are finally DIVORCED after 11 years. "I got into drugs 15 years ago, I've always been a party animal, I was addicted to ketamine. 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Speaking about their "great connection", Pete said we had lost "one of the best characters the world's ever seen" and said the rest of the BB7 cast were sending their love. However they remained on good terms, with Nikki saying on Loose Women: "Ill always be fond of Pete.". The comments below have not been moderated. Although Pete has had a tumultuous time since leaving the house, one area where he has made great strides is overcoming his Tourette's Syndrome. After a whirlwind of turns, both good and bad, Pete has returned to his passion for music. Pete won 100,000 on the show when he was named champion and became a big star, even being nominated for National Television Awardfor Most Popular TV Contender. One of his pals, Jules, 23, had been electrocuted and died in front of Pete on a railway line, leaving him struggling to cope with the grief. Pete wrote on Instagram: "Got my decree absolute in today.. Great to celebrate over FaceTime but will have a proper party next time we meet up. Below we countdown to Pete Bennett upcoming birthday. I put it on the wrong things. Didn't you know? Pete, who has Tourette's syndrome, won over hearts of the nation 14 years ago when he entered the house. Pete Bennett Popularity Most Popular #125648 First Name Pete #47 March 22 Singer #34 Pete Bennett Is A Member Of Big Brother (UK) 40 Year Olds Pete Bennett was born on 22 March, 1982, in Dulwich and grew up on a rough council estate in Peckham.Pete was diagnosed with Tourette syndrome at the age of 14. "It all kind of went wrong, it didn't go to plan. Hollywood is next.". The couple started a relationship after leaving the Big Brother house, Pete at a signing of his book in November 2006. Signing of his book in November 2006 Gemma Rattus - better known as Cherry - after 11 years 4,. Pete struggled after the death of his friend Jules, who was electrocuted on a Wednesday 22nd March. 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