Philippa Christian
Philippa Christian | |
|---|---|
 Melbourne in May 2016 | |
| Born | 20 October 1987 Brighton, Victoria, Australia |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Occupation(s) | Nanny, television personality, author |
| Years active | 1998–present (nanny) 2015–present (author) |
| Known for | Author Nanny Confidential |
| Website | philippachristian |
Philippa Christian (born 20 October 1987), is an Australian celebrity nanny, television personality and author, from Brighton, Victoria, Australia. She has been featured on several Australian and American television networks.[1][2] plus National and International Radio. Her debut novel, Nanny Confidential,[3] was published in the summer of 2015.
Career
Born in Brighton, Victoria in Australia, Christian began baby-sitting at age 11, rising to fame after working as a nanny for a number of Australian celebrities in Los Angeles, the Bahamas, and India.[4]
Christian has built a reputation for professionalism, confidentiality and loyalty to her clients. She once famously refused $280,000 for a photo of a former client and his new celebrity girlfriend.[5]
Christian has appeared regularly on National TV, Print[6]
Writing
In the summer of 2015, Christian published her debut fictional novel, "Nanny Confidential" with Allen & Unwin,[7] showcasing the life of an elite Celebrity Nanny. Ghost written by freelance writer, and former Gracia editor, Amy Molloy, the novel became a bestseller shortly after its release date.
Christian has also written articles on nannying for Estate and Manor magazine.[8]
Radio
Following the success of Nanny Confidential, Christian is continually interviewed on Australian radio services, including the Kyle and Jackie O Show and 3AW with Denis Walter.[9]
Recognised internationally, Christian has also appeared on the BBC World Service in an interview with Kim Chakanetsa, about what it takes to be a Celebrity Nanny.[10]
Television
Christian has been featured on both Australian and American television networks.
She has appeared on numerous Australian morning television shows, including the Seven Network,[11] and the Nine Network.[12]
In February 2016 Christian was flown to Los Angeles to do a sit down interview with Entertainment Tonight[13]
Public Speaking
Christian has completed extensive public speaking engagements, including nanny training schools and public events. In 2015 Christian spoke at the Australian Nanny Conference in Sydney[14] and in 2016 spoke at the Fairfax Essential Baby and Toddler show in Melbourne[15]
References
- ^ Ch9 Today. "Nanny to stars quits high paying job because she wants a personal life" Archived 11 October 2016 at the Wayback Machine, Nine Network, 31 December 2015. Retrieved on 12 May 2016.
- ^ Entertainment Tonight. "Celebrity Nannies Dish on How Scandals Like NannyGate Begin ", Entertainment Tonight, 2 March 2016, Retrieved on 12 May 2016.
- ^ Allen & Unwin. "Nanny Confidential" Archived 7 February 2017 at the Wayback Machine, Allen & Unwin, January 2015. Retrieved on 12 May 2016.
- ^ That's Life Magazine. "Hired because I looked like his wife.", That's Life!, Retrieved on 12 May 2016.
- ^ News Limited. "Confessions of a celebrity supernanny", news.com.au, 17 August 2014. Retrieved on 12 May 2016.
- ^ Herald Sun. "Nanny Confidential Interview.", Herald Sun, 12 December 2014, Retrieved on 12 May 2016.
- ^ Allen & Unwin Books "Nanny Confidential" Archived 7 February 2017 at the Wayback Machine, Allen & Unwin, January 2015. Retrieved on 12 May 2016.
- ^ Estate & Manor Magazine. "Philippa Christian", Estate & Manor Magazine, 14 July 2015. Retrieved on 12 May 2016.
- ^ Robin, Terry & Bob. "Confessions Of A Celebrity Nanny", 97.3 FM (Brisbane), Retrieved on 12 May 2016.
- ^ BBC World Service. "The Conversation", "BBC World Service", Retrieved 22 July 2016
- ^ Channel 7. "Babies Talk", Seven Network, 8 June 2016, Retrieved on 21 July 2016
- ^ Nine Network Ch9. "Nanny to stars quits high paying job because she wants a personal life" Archived 11 October 2016 at the Wayback Machine, Nine Network, 31 December 2015. Retrieved on 12 May 2016.
- ^ Entertainment Tonight. "Celebrity Nannies Dish on How Scandals Like NannyGate Begin ", Entertainment Tonight, 2 March 2016, Retrieved on 12 May 2016.
- ^ Hope. "Nanny Confidential: The Nanny To The Stars", Nanny SheCanDo, 11 July 2015. Retrieved on 16 May 2016.
- ^ The Essential Baby & Toddler Show 2015. "PHILIPPA CHRISTIAN (LIFE AS A NANNY TO THE STARS, & WHY CALM PARENTING WORKS)", Essential Baby & Toddler Show, Retrieved on 16 May 2016.