Tributes have poured in for top TV chef Gary Rhodes – after his unexpected death.
The much-loved celebrity chef has died at the age of 59.
According to a family statement, Gary passed away on Tuesday “with his beloved wife Jennie by his side”.
“The Rhodes family are deeply saddened to announce the passing of beloved husband, father and brother, Gary Rhodes OBE,” the statement read.
“The family would like to thank everyone for their support and ask for privacy during this time.”
The top chef also starred in Strictly Come Dancing back in 2008.
Fans have been taking to Twitter to remember Gary, with Gordon Ramsay leading the tributes:
We lost a fantastic chef today in Gary Rhodes. He was a chef who put British Cuisine on the map. Sending all the love and prayers to your wife and kids. You’ll be missed Gx pic.twitter.com/RRWlWhjup8
— Gordon Ramsay (@GordonRamsay) November 27, 2019
So sad to hear the news about Gary Rhodes. A true culinary icon and a lovely man. Sending my love and thoughts to his wife Jennie and their boys. RIP, my friend. xx
— Ainsley Harriott (@AinsleyFoods) November 27, 2019
TV chef Gary Rhodes died ‘with his beloved wife Jennie by his side’, his family confirm. #RIPGary ????
Thoughts are with his family and friends…???????? pic.twitter.com/9LEGfHTzmk— RussellGrant.Com (@RussellGrantcom) November 27, 2019
We are all very sad to hear of the passing of Gary Rhodes. He was an inspirational chef and British gastronomy owes him a huge debt. Our thoughts are with his family and friends.
— The MICHELIN Guide (@MichelinGuideUK) November 27, 2019
Sad to hear about Gary Rhodes passing. He was one of the old school tv chefs of the 90’s with a host of restaurants world wide. Also made me want to gel my hair up from the age of about 6 ☺️✌???? pic.twitter.com/maOISdvr5c
— Andrew Aitchison (@ThatGuyAitcho) November 27, 2019
