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Stars Mourn 'Extraordinary' Chef Chris Wheeler
5 Mar
Summary
- Chef Chris Wheeler, known for Great British Menu and Hell's Kitchen, has passed away.
- Wheeler famously completed the London Marathon while flipping a pancake.
- He began his career in France and was mentored by Jean-Christophe Novelli.
Renowned chef Chris Wheeler, a familiar face on shows like Great British Menu, Hell's Kitchen, and Saturday Kitchen, has passed away. His death has prompted heartfelt tributes from across the culinary world, with many remembering him as an "extraordinary" individual.
Wheeler's remarkable career began in France at a young age, where he worked in notable hotels and a Michelin-starred restaurant. His talent was quickly recognized by chef Jean-Christophe Novelli, who brought him into his professional circle when Wheeler was just sixteen.
Novelli expressed his profound grief, describing Wheeler as not only an exceptional chef but also a "rock" and a profoundly kind person for over three decades. Wheeler, originally from Swanage, Dorset, achieved numerous accolades, including being the youngest Sous Chef in a Michelin-starred establishment and winning Berkshire Life's Chef of the Year in 2016.
His unique participation in the London Marathon, where he ran while expertly flipping a pancake, cemented his place in popular memory. That same year, he represented the South West in the competitive Great British Menu series, showcasing his culinary prowess on a national level.
