By now, you’ve probably heard the news that beloved celebrity chef, host, and author Anthony Bourdain passed away. Bourdain, who allegedly commited suicide in a hotel room in France, was only 61. The news came as a shock to his fans, all who can credit Bourdain for teaching them about the best way to enjoy culturally diverse food from around the globe.
Aside from his hit series No Reservations and Parts Unknown, Bourdain was often a staple on other television shows based on food and culinary experience. Between 2013 and 2015 he was a producer and judge on The Taste, a show that’s been described as being a food-based version of The Voice. He was also on The Chew and narrated the TV documentary series The Mind of a Chef.
Simply put, Anthony Bourdain’s death is a reminder that depression can hit anyone. So many people out there are silently suffering from this disease, and much like in Bourdain’s case, we hear about it when it’s already too late.
To best honor Bourdain, here’s a clip from Parts Unknown featuring the chef in his true element — eating street food in Vietnam.
If you’re feeling suicidal, please call for help at 1-800-273-8255. The line is open and available 24 hours a day.