Celebrating the life of

Gary Rhodes

21 Apr 1960 - 25 Nov 2019

This page has been built for Gary's fans to share their personal tributes to the British restaurateur and television chef. - The spikey-haired chef is known for his love of British cuisine and ingredients. He was part of the iconic TV shows MasterChef, MasterChef USA, Hell's Kitchen, and his own series, Rhodes Around Britain.

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5 Dec 2019

Skymorials Editorial The spiky-haired chef was awarded Michelin Star for the Greenhouse in January 1996

5 Dec 2019

Skymorials Editorial The chef was honoured to cook for Princess Diana in 1995.

5 Dec 2019

Skymorials Editorial His haunting final words to close friend before he died - ‘Life couldn’t be better’.

5 Dec 2019

Skymorials Editorial Rhodes with his wife of 30-years, Jennie Rhodes. They are blessed with 2 children, Samuel and George

5 Dec 2019

Skymorials Editorial The Camberwell-born chef fronted several TV shows including Rhodes Across India, MasterChef, MasterChef USA, Hell's Kitchen, and Rhodes Around

5 Dec 2019

Skymorials Editorial The Michelin star chef was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) on 17 June 2006.

5 Dec 2019

Skymorials Editorial Rhodes was said to be ‘in the best of spirits’ while filming his show. He collapsed after returning to his home in Dubai and passed away shortly afterwards in hospital.

5 Dec 2019

Skymorials Editorial Jamie Oliver pays tribute to Rhodes; "a massive inspiration to me as a young chef", adding that he "reimagined modern British cuisine with elegance and fun".