Anthony Bourdain American Chef Born 1956 in New York City
Anthony Bourdain · cook and writer · American
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Biography
Anthony Bourdain was born on 25 June 1956 in New York City. He was an American chef. The date of his death is 8 June 2018; He was 61. He was recognised for appearances in The Big Short (2015).
Early life
His education includes The Culinary Institute of America at Hyde Park, Vassar College and Dwight-Englewood School.
Career
His screen career on record begins in 2002 with A Cook's Tour. The 2000s brought Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations (2005) and Far Cry (2008). His 2010s credits include The Layover (2011). Anthony Bourdain’s credits add up to 3 films and 3 TV series from 2002 to 2020.
Recognition
Anthony Bourdain’s wins include a National Humanities Medal, awarded in 2023. A nomination for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Host for a Reality or Reality-Competition Program in 2013 for The Taste is also listed.
Personal life
Marriages on record are to Nancy Putkoski (1985 to 2005) and Ottavia Busia (2007 to 2016). He had one child on record.
Filmography
6 credits| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Have a Good Trip: Adventures in Psychedelics | Film | |
| 2015 | The Big Short | Anthony Bourdain, Self | Film |
| 2011– | The Layover | TV series | |
| 2008 | Far Cry | Film | |
| 2005– | Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations | TV series | |
| 2002– | A Cook's Tour | TV series |
Awards and nominations
1 won, 1 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | National Humanities Medal | Won | |
| 2013 | Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Host for a Reality or Reality-Competition Program | The Taste | Nominated |
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Photo: Peabody Awards · CC BY 2.0 -
Photo: Peabody Awards · CC BY 2.0
Frequently asked questions
How old was Anthony Bourdain at the time of death?
Anthony Bourdain died on 8 June 2018 at the age of 61. He was born on 25 June 1956.
What was Anthony Bourdain’s cause of death?
Anthony Bourdain died on 8 June 2018. Details about the cause of death are not provided on this page.
What is Anthony Bourdain known for?
Anthony Bourdain was known for playing Anthony Bourdain, Self in The Big Short (2015).
What is Anthony Bourdain’s nationality?
Anthony Bourdain was American, born in New York City.
Who was Anthony Bourdain married to?
Anthony Bourdain’s marriages on record are to Ottavia Busia (2007 to 2016) and Nancy Putkoski (1985 to 2005).
Has Anthony Bourdain won any awards?
Yes. Anthony Bourdain won National Humanities Medal (2023).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q426582), accessed October 2026
- Photo: Peabody Awards · CC BY 2.0
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