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On June 4, Big Brother legend Jade Goody would have turned 41.
The tragic reality star passed away aged just 27 in 2009 from cervical cancer – a devastating diagnosis she famously received on TV.
Jade was taking part in the Indian version of Big Brother when she was dealt the blow and just over a short year later, she was dead.
She left behind two adorable boys – Bobby, five, and Freddie, four. It was reported that Jade, who found fame in the third series of Big Brother and was known for her sometimes dippy comments and relentless thirst for the limelight, did not want her boys to know about her illness, even when she was planning her funeral.
Jade, from Essex, died on March 22 2009 at home. Though thousands watched her funeral which was broadcast live on Sky News, her sons did not attend.
Now aged 17 and 18, Bobby and Freddie are nearly grown up – and look just like their vivacious mum. So as Jade’s birthday approaches, here’s what the handsome pair are up to now.
Bobby Brazier
Bobby and Freddie’s dad is Jeff Brazier, a fellow reality star who found fame in shows like Shipwrecked and The Farm.
He was in an on and off relationship with Jade for about two years before the pair parted ways for good in 2004. After her death, Jeff, 42, got full custody of the boys.
Bobby is now a successful model and has walked for the likes of Dolce & Gabanna and Tommy Hilfiger.
He is dating influencer Liberty Love, 21, daughter of famous DJ Don Letts. According to a recent interview in The Face, Bobby is into meditation and every morning does 100 press-ups and has a cold shower to become “super Bobby”.
Because he was so young when Jade died, he has admitted that he doesn't miss her because he “wasn’t with her long enough to miss her”.
But poignantly added: “I’m always being told that she’s a hero and that she was funny and that people see me in her on a daily basis, which is nice.
“I’m lucky that [her life was] kind of public because it means that I can watch
videos when I’m feeling strong enough to watch videos.
“But sometimes I can’t. I will cry if I do.”
Bobby has also hinted that he may want to try acting, inspired by Will Smith.
Freddie Brazier
Freddie, 17, lives with his older brother, dad and his step mum Kate Dwyer in their Essex mansion.
While not quite as keen on the spotlight as Bobby – yet – he still has a respectable 28,000 Instagram followers.
He is also following in his brother’s footsteps by becoming a model. When he was just 16 he starred in a fashion shoot for HERO magazine and has been signed to the same agency as Bobby, Unsigned Models.
Freddie also used to work in a local coffee shop, where the customers “loved him”.
Though supportive, Jeff has said he has his concerns about his sons being famous. His and Jade’s lives and relationships were prime tabloid fodder back in the day but he backs their careers.
Freddie is also said to be a keen golfer and is planning on starting a barber apprenticeship.
The whole family is into healthy eating, Jeff said and even has their own allotment.
Both boys are said to be close with Jade’s husband Jack Tweedy, who she married just weeks before she died.
Previously it was reported that Jeff had banned them from seeing him.
One thing’s for sure though, Jade would be very proud of both her boys!
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