Chef

Anthony Bourdain

Anthony Bourdain was a renowned chef, author and TV host famous for exploring global culture through cuisine.

Anthony Bourdain
Full Name
Anthony Michael Bourdain
Age
61
Birth Date
June 25, 1956
Death Date
6/8/2018
Life Range
(1956-2018)
Zodiac
Cancer
Born
United States
Height
6′ 4″

About

Anthony Bourdain was an American chef, author, and television personality best known for his culinary adventures across the world. He was the author of multiple books, the host of several television shows, and was a widely respected figure in the culinary industry, and the winner of numerous awards, including two Emmy Awards.

Anthony Bourdain Timeline

1956
Anthony Bourdain is Born
On June 25, 1956, Anthony Bourdain was born in New York City.
1978
Graduates the Culinary Institute of America
After graduating from Vassar College, Bourdain enrolls in the Culinary Institute of America and graduates in 1978.
1995
Book Kitchen Confidential Published
Kitchen Confidential, Bourdain's infamous book about the restaurant industry, is published.
2002
Premiere of A Cook’s Tour
Bourdain's first television series, A Cook’s Tour, premieres on the Food Network.
2005
Premiere of No Reservations
No Reservations, Bourdain's second television series, premieres on the Travel Channel.
2010
Publishes Medium Raw
Bourdain releases his follow up to Kitchen Confidential, Medium Raw.
2018
Passing Away at 61 Years Old
Anthony Bourdain passes away at the age of 61 in France while filming for Parts Unknown.

5 Interesting Facts about Anthony Bourdain

1.

Worked in a Seafood Restaurant

Anthony Bourdain worked as a line cook in a seafood restaurant during his early career before becoming a celebrity chef.

2.

Published Bestselling Books

Anthony Bourdain wrote several bestselling books, including Kitchen Confidential, A Cook's Tour and No Reservations: Around the World on an Empty Stomach.

3.

Used to Be a Drug Addict

Anthony Bourdain was a drug addict for many years and has been sober since the 1980s.

4.

Winner of Multiple Emmy Awards

Anthony Bourdain won multiple Emmy awards for his television series Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations, Parts Unknown and The Layover.

5.

Received a Peabody Award

Anthony Bourdain was the recipient of a prestigious Peabody Award for his work on Parts Unknown in 2014.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Anthony Bourdain birthday?

Anthony Bourdain was a celebrated American chef, author, and TV personality. He was born on June 25th, 1956 and was 61 when he tragically passed away in 2018. Bourdain was best known for his Emmy award winning food and travel TV series, 'Parts Unknown'. His frank observations and easy charm made him a beloved food icon around the world.

What is the Net Worth of Anthony Bourdain?

Anthony Bourdain had an estimated net worth of $1.21M. A legendary chef, author and television personality, Bourdain's wealth was largely due to his successful TV shows, books, articles and endorsements. He also had a range of investments and other sources of income that contributed to his wealth.