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In the summer of 2015, Christian published her debut fictional novel, "Nanny Confidential" with Allen & Unwin,<ref>Allen & Unwin Books [https://www.allenandunwin.com/browse/books/fiction/popular-fiction/Nanny-Confidential-Philippa-Christian-9781760111014 "Nanny Confidential"], ''[[Allen & Unwin]]'', January 2015. Retrieved on 12 May 2016.</ref> showcasing the life of an elite Celebrity Nanny. Ghost written by freelance writer, and former Gracia editor, Amy Molloy, the novel became a |
In the summer of 2015, Christian published her debut fictional novel, "Nanny Confidential" with Allen & Unwin,<ref>Allen & Unwin Books [https://www.allenandunwin.com/browse/books/fiction/popular-fiction/Nanny-Confidential-Philippa-Christian-9781760111014 "Nanny Confidential"], ''[[Allen & Unwin]]'', January 2015. Retrieved on 12 May 2016.</ref> 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. |
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Christian has also written articles on nannying for Estate and Manor magazine.<ref>Estate & Manor Magazine. [http://www.estateandmanor.com/team/philippa-christian/ "Philippa Christian"], ''Estate & Manor Magazine'', 14 July 2015. Retrieved on 12 May 2016.</ref> |
Christian has also written articles on nannying for Estate and Manor magazine.<ref>Estate & Manor Magazine. [http://www.estateandmanor.com/team/philippa-christian/ "Philippa Christian"], ''Estate & Manor Magazine'', 14 July 2015. Retrieved on 12 May 2016.</ref> |
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Revision as of 09:00, 23 August 2019
Philippa Christian | |
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 Melbourne in May 2016 | |
| Born | October 20, 1987 Elsternwick, Victoria, Australia |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Occupation(s) | Nanny, television personality, author |
| Years active | 1998–present (nanny) 2015–present (author) |
| Known for | Author Nanny Confidential |
| Website | Official website |
Philippa Christian (born October 20, 1987), is an Australian Celebrity Nanny, Television Personality and Author, from Elsternwick, Victoria, Australia. She has been featured on several Australian and American television networks. Her siblings - Bill, Susie, and Tom Christian, have enormous respect for her achievements. [1][2] plus National and International Radio. Her debut novel (a work of fiction) Nanny Confidential,[3] was published in the summer of 2015.
Career
Born in Elsternwick, 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", Nine Network, 31 December 2015. Retrieved on 12 May 2016.
- ^ Entertainment Tonight. "Celebrity Nannies Dish on How Scandals Like NannyGate Begin ", Entertainment Tonight, 02 March 2016, Retrieved on 12 May 2016.
- ^ Allen & Unwin. "Nanny Confidential", Allen & Unwin, January 2015. Retrieved on 12 May 2016.
- ^ That's Life Magazine. "Hired because I looked like his wife.", That's Life! (Australian magazine), 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", 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, 08 June 2016, Retrieved on 21 July 2016
- ^ Nine Network Ch9. "Nanny to stars quits high paying job because she wants a personal life", Nine Network, 31 December 2015. Retrieved on 12 May 2016.
- ^ Entertainment Tonight. "Celebrity Nannies Dish on How Scandals Like NannyGate Begin ", Entertainment Tonight, 02 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.