Bill Granger dead at 54: World-famous chef dies ‘peacefully’ surrounded by family in London hospital on Christmas Day
A WORLD-famous chef died “peacefully” on Christmas Day aged just 54.
Bill Granger’s heartbroken family today announced his death, saying he passed away in hospital with them at his bedside.
The dad-of-three is being remembered as a “dedicated husband and father”.
The loved ones wrote on Instagram: “He will be deeply missed by all, with his loss most profoundly felt by his adored family, who are grateful for all the love and support that has been given.
“It is with great sadness that the family of Bill Granger announce he has passed away on 25th December at the age of 54.
“A dedicated husband and father, Bill died peacefully in hospital with his wife Natalie Elliott and three daughters, Edie, Inès and Bunny, at his bedside in their adopted home of London.”
The post added: “He will be deeply missed by all, with his loss most profoundly felt by his adored family, who are grateful for all the love and support that has been given.”
Bill was born in Sydney, Australia and followed a career with food for 30 years.
He was self-taught, and went on to start up restaurants all over the world.
The dad then went on to author 14 cookbooks and make five TV series.
In January this year, he was given a Medal of the Order in Australia.
Tributes poured in for Bill this afternoon.
Fellow chef Nigella Lawson wrote: “I’m heartbroken to hear this. So cruel. Deepest love to N, E, I and B.”
Jamie Oliver, 47, said he was “devastated” by the news of Granger’s death.
The chef described Bill as a “wonderful human” who made good food.
He wrote: “This is devastating news, I’m so sad to hear this, what a guy he was …. a wonderful human, kind calm soul.
“I admired everything he represented in food. I remember the first time I met him many moons ago he couldn’t have been nicer and his food so good.
“Sending so much love to all his family. Rest in peace, Bill, he will be sorely missed jox xx.”
