James Beard Net Worth

James Beard was an American celebrity chef and cookbook author who was born on May 5, 1903 in Portland, OR. He is credited with popularizing American-style gourmet cooking through his numerous cookbooks and television appearances. He is considered to be the father of American cuisine and is remembered for his influence on the culinary world.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day May 5, 1903
Birth Place Portland, OR
Age 117 YEARS OLD
Died On Jan 21, 1985 (age 81)
Birth Sign Taurus

💰 Net worth: $7 Million (2024)

About

Celebrity chef whose numerous cookbooks and television appearances gave rise to American-style gourmet cooking.

Before Fame

He became interested in cooking at an early age. In fact, he visited the 1905 Lewis and Clark Exposition as a toddler and, years later, remembered the event's featured shredded wheat biscuits.

Trivia

He and his friend capitalized on the cocktail party trend by establishing their own catering company, Hors d'Oeuvre, Inc.

Family Life

He was born in Portland, Oregon to a boarding house proprietor mother and a customs house clerk father.

Associated With

He was an inspiration to such influential chefs as Julia Child.

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