Tributes are pouring in for the world-famous chef who tragically passed away “peacefully” on Christmas Day at the age of 54. Bill Granger’s family today announced his death, saying he died in the hospital with them by his side.
The news of his passing has come as a shock to friends and colleagues like Hugh Jackman, Jamie Oliver, and James Martin. Bill, a dad-of-three, is being remembered as a “dedicated husband and father” to his daughters.
Actor Hugh Jackman and his ex Deborra-Lee Furness shared their shock in a joint Instagram statement, expressing their devastation and sending their love to Bill’s family. Similarly, Chef Jamie Oliver described Bill as a “wonderful human” and expressed his sadness over the news of his death. Nigella Lawson and James Martin also shared heartfelt tributes to Bill on social media.
Bill’s family shared the heartbreaking news on Instagram, expressing their deep loss and gratitude for the outpouring of love and support. They shared that Bill died peacefully in the hospital with his wife and daughters by his bedside in their adopted home of London.
Born in Sydney, Australia, Bill pursued a career in food for 30 years. He was self-taught and went on to start up restaurants all over the world, authoring 14 cookbooks and making five TV series. In January of this year, he was given a Medal of the Order in Australia.