Anthony Bourdain

Anthony Bourdain has thrilled readers and viewers with stories about the foods of the world, the people who grow, produce, and cook it, and the culture and circumstances that shape it. Bourdain’s unique perspective on food was heavily influenced by his decades-long tenure as a restaurant chef.

After the tragic loss of Anthony Bourdain, one of his closest friends shared some of the last words he’d heard Bourdain say—and they’re heartbreaking.

After the tragic loss of Anthony Bourdain, one of his closest friends shared some of the last words he’d heard Bourdain say—and they’re heartbreaking.

Celebrity chefs tend to have squeaky-clean images—but as these stories prove, some dark secrets can only stay hidden for so long.