Anthony Bourdain, celebrity chef, adventurer and television host, has died at the age of 61.
Bourdain hanged himself, the network said in a statement. He was found dead in a hotel room in Strasbourg, France, where he had been working on an upcoming episode of his program, CNN said.
"It is with extraordinary sadness we can confirm the death of our friend and colleague, Anthony Bourdain," the network said in a statement.
"His love of great adventure, new friends, fine food and drink and the remarkable stories of the world made him a unique storyteller. His talents never ceased to amaze us and we will miss him very much. Our thoughts and prayers are with his daughter and family at this incredibly difficult time."
His close friend Eric Ripert, the French chef, found Bourdain unresponsive in his hotel room on Friday morning.
Bourdain was a master of his crafts -- first in the kitchen and then in the media. Through his TV shows and books, he explored the human condition and helped audiences think differently about food, travel and themselves.
He advocated for marginalised populations and campaigned for safer working conditions for restaurant staffs.
GORDON RAMSAY, ROSE MCGOWAN, MANDY MOORE AND OTHERS MOURN ANTHONY BOURDAIN
Within minutes of the news breaking, several celebrities took to Twitter to mourn the loss.
“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,” tweeted Chrissy Teigen.
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
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
Gordon Ramsay tweeted that he was “stunned and saddened” by the news. “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,” he tweeted.
“I am shocked and deeply saddened,” tweeted Queer Eye‘s Antoni Porowski.
“Incredibly sad news about Anthony Bourdain. Sending such love to his family, including his CNN family, who must be hurting terribly today,” tweeted Megyn Kelly.
Also thinking of @AsiaArgento today. Keep her in your prayers. Rest In Peace Anthony Bourdain.
— Megyn Kelly (@megynkelly) June 8, 2018
Kelly also offered her condolences to Bourdain’s girlfriend Asia Argento. “Keep her in your prayers. Rest In Peace Anthony Bourdain,” she tweeted.
The host of CNN’s Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown was found unresponsive in his hotel room in France on Friday morning by close friend and French chef, Eric Ripert, according to CNN. Both were filming an upcoming episode of Bourdain’s award-winning show.
Actor Felicia Day tweeted, “I’m so gutted by Anthony Bourdain’s passing because he embodied a sense of adventure, celebration of uniqueness and joi de vivre I was so inspired by. Goes to show that even if you travel to the ends of the earth, you cannot escape your own mind’s torment.”
I’m so gutted by Anthony Bourdain’s passing because he embodied a sense of adventure, celebration of uniqueness and joi de vivre I was so inspired by. Goes to show that even if you travel to the ends of the earth, you cannot escape your own mind’s torment.
— Felicia Day (@feliciaday) June 8, 2018
This is Us actor Mandy Moore tweeted, “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.”
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
Harvey Weinstein whistelblower and actor Rose McGowan posted a tearful video with the caption, “Anthony I am so mad at you. You were so loved, the world is not better without you. I have a message for those considering suicide as a solution to a temporary problem. Please call a hotline. Please reach out. Asia needed you, Anthony. We needed you. Please come back.”
Through space and time, Anthony. Your love will find you again. pic.twitter.com/XBod1vDZ8k
— rose mcgowan (@rosemcgowan) June 8, 2018
VIDEO: FROM PUNJAB TO RAJASTHAN, ANTHONY BOURDAIN’S RENDEZVOUS WITH INDIAN CUISINE
For his various culinary programs, Anthony Bourdain visited various parts of Rajasthan and Punjab to taste their unique foods. He also travelled to Kerala and the Himalayas. Check out the videos here.
Anthony Bourdain Speaks Of Indian Vegetarianism
During His Punjab Trip For The Show Parts Unknown
Anthony Bourdain Visits Natraj Hotel In Udaipur, Rajasthan
Bourdain’s Visit To Rajasthan For His Show No Reservations
Anthony Bourdain Travels The Gateway To The Himalayas:
