Arts & Entertainment
Anthony Bourdain Dead At 61: Celebrities React
Celebrities and fellow chefs take to social media to react to the sudden death of Anthony Bourdain
With the breaking news of chef Anthony Bourdain's death, celebrities have taken to social media to express their reactions. See below:
“Low plastic stool, cheap but delicious noodles, cold Hanoi beer.” This is how I’ll remember Tony. He taught us about food — but more importantly, about its ability to bring us together. To make us a little less afraid of the unknown. We’ll miss him. pic.twitter.com/orEXIaEMZM
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) June 8, 2018
Stunned and saddened by the loss of Anthony Bourdain. He brought the world into our homes and inspired so many people to explore cultures and cities through their food. Remember that help is a phone call away US:1-800-273-TALK UK: 116 123
— Gordon Ramsay (@GordonRamsay) June 8, 2018
Another heartbreaking loss.. you are and will always be one of my idols Anthony Bourdain.. watching your show always brought me such happiness. Thoughts and prayers are with your family now... pic.twitter.com/mXZuS8RvSb
— Lea Michele (@LeaMichele) June 8, 2018
A friend of @StarTalkRadio. A friend of Food & Culture. A friend to us all. Anthony Bourdain, RIP. (1956-2018). pic.twitter.com/uVqEgldGsL
— Neil deGrasse Tyson (@neiltyson) June 8, 2018
Anthony Bourdain: pic.twitter.com/l8vmd5fE53
— Mia Farrow (@MiaFarrow) June 8, 2018
Oh no... Sometimes, what seems like a perfect life from the outside — and what an amazing, adventurous life he lived and shared with a lucky world —can be hell for the person living it. May God rest his soul and bring peace to his family. https://t.co/qP5SqL12Qw
— Joy Reid (@JoyAnnReid) June 8, 2018
This is utterly heartbreaking. Thank you for opening our eyes to parts of the world both cherished and unknown. What a legacy. Sending peace and love to his family. If you or someone you love needs help, please reach out or call 1-800-273-TALK. https://t.co/mkht3wTY5m
— Mandy Moore (@TheMandyMoore) June 8, 2018
This is so awful. Anthony Bourdain, 61, has died. He took his own life. He was in France working on an upcoming episode of his award-winning CNN series. His close friend Eric Ripert, the French chef, found Bourdain unresponsive in his hotel room Friday morning.
— Jake Tapper (@jaketapper) June 8, 2018
RIP doubtful. Tony’s restless spirit will roam the earth in search of justice, truth and a great bowl of noodles. @Bourdain
— Tom Colicchio (@tomcolicchio) June 8, 2018
I have to say I’m in total shock to hear that the amazing @Bourdain has just died he really broke the mould, pushed the culinary conversation, Rest in peace chef thoughts and love to all his family and close friends xxxxxxxxxxx pic.twitter.com/HB7sV7CeRH
— Jamie Oliver (@jamieoliver) June 8, 2018
His wisdom, his insight, his humor, his compassion, his staunch resistance to the inauthentic and support of all that resonates from the heart, and his passion for life that he shared with the us....Its difficult to process a world without Anthony Bourdain.
— Elijah Wood (@elijahwood) June 8, 2018
Man I can’t believe Anthony Bourdain killed himself. It’s so sad cause he looked like guy who lived life. You never know what’s going on with people yo. Be kind to folks. Shit be kind to yourself. It’s easier said than done but ask for help!! Mental heath is real!! #pleasenomore
— Leslie Jones (@Lesdoggg) June 8, 2018
According to AFSP, there are nearly 45,000 suicides every year in the US. Shocking. I was saddened to hear of the deaths of Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain. RIP. It illustrates that success is not immune to depression. We all need to be more aware of our friends who are suffering
— Bryan Cranston (@BryanCranston) June 8, 2018
In 2 years of making #GinormousFood for @FoodNetwork, we spent everyday trying to be a fraction as cool and innovative as Anthony Bourdain. Such a real, honest, flawed dude. He will be missed.
— Josh Denny (@JoshDenny) June 8, 2018
I knew Anthony Bourdain. Not well, but in some weird, kind ways, and I am gutted. Please, please, please be kind to yourself and one another. Restaurant folks, @chefswithissues is here to support you if you need. https://t.co/D6YqQnCWK7
— Kat Kinsman (@kittenwithawhip) June 8, 2018
Truly devastated about @Bourdain. I have no words. Please if you need help, reach out. Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255
— Busy Philipps (@BusyPhilipps) June 8, 2018
Oh my God @Bourdain has taken his life. People are in unmanageable pain. This is my wake up call today. We have to help those who cannot help themselves.
— Bethenny Frankel (@Bethenny) June 8, 2018
He brought such joy and escape to so many. This is too hard to understand. May he have peace now. https://t.co/lDz58GseI5
— Erin Burnett (@ErinBurnett) June 8, 2018
Anthony. One of my idols. Unapologetic, passionate and one of the best storytellers on the planet. Thank you for making food so exciting. And always standing up for everything right. Horrible. Why why why. Be at peace now :(
— christine teigen (@chrissyteigen) June 8, 2018
Playing for you now. https://t.co/0fxRKmLgkV
— christine teigen (@chrissyteigen) June 8, 2018
Heartbroken to hear yet another bright light went out. My heart goes out to @Bourdain ‘s daughter and family. #RIPAnthony pic.twitter.com/pEAAtbzF8E
— Vicky Cornell (@vickycornell) June 8, 2018
MESSAGE FROM IGGY: “I’m in shock having just heard that Anthony Bourdain has passed away. I loved the guy, and he was a light of kindness and good vibes in my life. Iggy Pop”
— Iggy Pop (@IggyPop) June 8, 2018
Never met Anthony Bourdain, but I felt like he was my friend. I loved his work.
— Rob Lowe (@RobLowe) June 8, 2018
A piece of my heart is truly broken this morning. And the irony, the sad cruel irony is that the last year he’d never been happier. The rest of my heart aches for the 3 amazing women he left behind. Tony was a symphony. I wish everyone could have seen all of him. A true friend.
— Andrew Zimmern (@andrewzimmern) June 8, 2018
Im so angry this morning. Life is fucking hard and crazy and Tony I love you. Im wearing your boots that I never wore because they were yours, and going to work. Everyone should hug some extra people today. My heart is heavy. https://t.co/2lFmz1UvWK pic.twitter.com/62Qcjwo33f
— Andrew Zimmern (@andrewzimmern) June 8, 2018
Anthony Bourdain's suicide a sobering reminder of how fragile life is and that we never know what's going on inside of another. Suicide is rarely a person acting, but rather being acted upon by the disease of clinical depression. We are all vulnerable. So very sad.
— Gov. Mike Huckabee (@GovMikeHuckabee) June 8, 2018
Still in shock as I see one of my favorite people to follow and listen to has left us.....Anthony Bourdain you will be missed!
— Misty May-Treanor (@MistyMayTreanor) June 8, 2018
My mind is blown. My heart is so heavy. God bless you, @Bourdain. Your life’s work has inspired so many. And in your death we are reminded once again that there is simply no correlation between success and true happiness. May your soul rest In peace.
— Elaine Welteroth (@ElaineWelteroth) June 8, 2018
This is heartbreaking. I love his work and have come to appreciate even more what a great interviewer he is now that I know how hard it is. If you are struggling, please ask for help. And then keep asking til you get it. Help is out there for you. https://t.co/xb4xey527A
— Ashley Nicole Black (@ashleyn1cole) June 8, 2018
Please check on the people you care about. A simple call or visit could save someone’s life. Waking up to these untimely deaths are disheartening and sad. R.I.P #KateSpade #AnthonyBourdain
— Victor Cruz (@TeamVic) June 8, 2018
Incredibly sad news about Anthony Bourdain. Sending such love to his family, including his CNN family, who must be hurting terribly today. If you or someone you know may be considering suicide, please remember, help is right here: Nat’l Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255
— Megyn Kelly (@megynkelly) June 8, 2018
Bourdain's exceptional writing made this one formerly picky, fearful eater very brave and want to try everything and I'll always be grateful for him and the worlds he opened
— Lin-Manuel Miranda (@Lin_Manuel) June 8, 2018
Heartbroken over Anthony Bourdain. He was a kind person. This world doesn’t make sense today.
— Emmy Rossum (@emmyrossum) June 8, 2018
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