“He Got Me Into Cooking”: Anthony Bourdain’s Death Stuns Twitter

Celebrity Chef, Television Personality and CNN Host Anthony Bourdain died on Friday, 8 June of a suspected suicide.

The news of Anthony Bourdain’s death on Friday, 8 June shook the world. A renowned chef and TV personality, Bourdain was hailed among food connoisseurs for his witty and informed insight into the world of gastronomy. Celebrities, fellow chefs and fans across the world expressed their shock and grief on social media.

Bourdain is remembered for changing the face of culinary shows on television, exploring cuisines from nearly inaccessible parts of the world.

His greatest escapade came in 2013, when he joined CNN to host the famous ‘Parts Unknown’, which is in its 11th season.

Twitter Mourns Bourdain

News of Bourdain’s sudden death left his family, friends, fans and colleagues across the world in despair.

Anthony Bourdain loved and understood Louisiana better than anyone not from here possibly could. He got us.

Here he was in Mardi Gras in Mamou this year, where he dressed up in a costume to chase a chicken for a gumbo. And yes, this was all perfectly sensible. pic.twitter.com/8MdBtyvKa6

— Lamar White, Jr. (@LamarWhiteJr) June 8, 2018

Like so many other people, reading Anthony Bourdain almost 20 years ago first got me into cooking. He changed the way I thought about food, travel and culture and opened my mind repeatedly along the way. What a terrible loss.

— Matthew Miller (@matthewamiller) June 8, 2018

Anthony Bourdain flew us around the world and gave us the opportunity to explore new places, cultures, and food with him.

Because of him, many of us dreamt of going to these places — and then worked to make it a reality.

Thank you for helping open the world. #AnthonyBourdain pic.twitter.com/wJA7Tf561g

— Frederick Joseph (@FredTJoseph) June 8, 2018

I was at one of those dumb parties where everyone you talk to is scanning the room for someone more famous to talk to. Awful. I stepped outside to find a lil corner to hide in and Anthony Bourdain was already in the corner. I said “I came here to hide” he said...

— Ashley Nicole Black (@ashleyn1cole) June 8, 2018

An Inspiration to Peers

Bourdain’s fandom also included his fellow chefs and peers, many of him foraying into the culinary world while viewing him as an idol in the same.

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

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

Heartbroken to hear about Tony Bourdain’s death. Unbearable for his family and girlfriend. Am going off twitter for a while

— Nigella Lawson (@Nigella_Lawson) June 8, 2018

Lost for words! RIP my old friend! @Bourdain https://t.co/oR1BySMLwC

— Matt Moran (@chefmattmoran) June 8, 2018

An Idol to Celebrities

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

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. pic.twitter.com/kqOEdJ80h9

— rose mcgowan (@rosemcgowan) June 8, 2018

Damn it, Tony.

Why?

I’ll always love you, pal.

Always be grateful.

Never gonna stop wondering why, though.

My heart is with you, wherever you are. Sending strength to your daughter.

Thank you, thank you - a thousand thousand thank you’s for everything.@Bourdain

— Adam Richman (@AdamRichman) 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

One of my favorite things about Anthony Bourdain is that when Stephen Colbert asked him what the most grotesque thing he ever ate was, he unhesitatingly replied, "Cinnabon." I think about this A LOT.

— MaryElizabeth Williams (@embeedub) June 8, 2018

RIP Anthony. You will be missed.