Anthony Bourdain - Our Last Full Interview | Fast Company

An adventurous documenter of international food culture, Anthony Bourdain was the host of CNN's Parts Unknown, a chef, prolific food author, speaker, and one of Fast Company’s Most Creative People. Here, we sat down and talked with him about his creative process, what he looked for in his team, and keys to his success (filmed August 2017). Suicide is one of the top 10 causes of death in the U.S. right now. Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) for help and support.
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[@travelinaway2707]

Thanks for this great interview. My heart is still aching for his stories and words and for him. We lost a gift to humankind on the day he died.

[@mememagicisreal884]

😜Heres to the crazy ones🤪 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gn_QiWecZauXfrM

[@TinS0lder]

why is this video the top post on this video? I don't understand. I lost a hero, a friend, and a mentor. Why is she up her?

[@Daswassuphomie]

😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@cek1410]

Where was this shot?

[@jdh91741]

I think the proper tribute to Anthony Bourdain would be that wherever you live venture across town, across the tracks to a café you would not normally go to then order a meal and talk with strangers.

[@chelseac2190]

I miss him.

[@mkedmusa9416]

He was fantastic in all forms. And that is an amazing impression to someone who did not have the honor of knowing him personally..God bless his loved ones. And Thank God for Anthony Bourdain!! He is with the angels now!

[@kennytoney1311]

Excellent thought James.

[@cynthiasmullins]

That is a great idea. I might start doing that

[@mikenisbet]

Truer words never said

[@lordbacon4972]

who doesn't like a self-deprecating intelligent articulate funny unapologetically human tv host who never for one second took himself too seriously? i miss him dearly

[@isabelleb.1270]

@TheBajemo The week before he commited suicide, I think, *Kate Spade killed herself in the same way... and she had a young daughter too* No one should have the right to judge someone who commited suicide. That is Anthony Bourdain said he felt he was... an intruser ? Please find and watch the episode when he speaks to a spychologist. How many years ago ? Hmmm...

[@rikkifitnessmama]

@@isabelleb.1270 Exactly. He also talked about only being happy for a few minutes at a time. He talked about his depression and how something as simple as ordering a bad hamburger at an airport could send him into a deep depression for weeks. The man was suffering with major depression and no one, not even his daughter could have been enough. When you are feeling hopeless to the point of thinking about enduring your life you are not thinking rational. All you want is for the pain to stop and feel nothing. That is why it’s very dangerous to be alone when you’re thinking like this because you literally can’t trust yourself. What he needed was to reach out to to someone to seek professional help. Possible medication and therapy have helped millions including myself and my boyfriend. I know in the days leading up to his suicide he unfollowed his girlfriend on Instagram when the pictures came out in the tabloids of her with another man. I watched his final documentary about his life and the people who worked close with him says he was completely infatuated with her. To the point were he was allowing her to direct one of his shows even though she has no experience and allowing her to make decisions on the set that he would have normally been against.

[@mcmurral07]

He obviously didn’t like himself

[@kendallevans4079]

.....who is condescending and insulting to the host country he is visiting

[@janiceborkenhagen4516]

@@TheBajemo I agree. He had too much zest for his life to end it.

[@ianhardingjessup9009]

I’m a 20 year old line cook and I’ve been working the line since I was 15. I used to get off work late and even though I was tired of the kitchen I could never get enough of his shows. I’m paraphrasing “you do this whole show and dance then you clean up go home and get ready to do it all over again”. Still after I get off work I like to sit back and watch him while having a beer just like I used to at 15 lol. He used to say that lots of cooks come from broken homes and when they are in the kitchen they find the only organization in their lives. I grew up with bipolar disorder which came on at a young age due to severe drug abuse, split parents, poverty, depression, being arrested 3 times before I was 18 once being carried away in shackles to the hospital. Nothing has ever made me feel more at home than the kitchen. Even when I come home stressed out there’s nothing I’d rather do with my life. Cooking is my peace and Anthony has always been my biggest inspiration. Many times I’ve contemplated suicide but I’ve gone on sometimes only because other people couldn’t. I miss you so much Anthony but your words will always ring on in my head and keep me going till the last ticket is printed. Rest in power

[@sincerelyadwoa]

This was touching. Sending lots of good vibes 🤍

[@user-mo5vn3hx6i]

good luck with what your doing!

[@KeenosQuest]

It's not an easy pang bro! But its an amazing journey! Just stay away from the drugs and alcohol as much as possible! That's a black hole you don't want to go down!

[@ethanmunger9827]

Here 6 months after your comment. I’m 22. Recently I jumped from a mere line cook to the Sous. Hope you’re still cooking man. Things can change overnight. From one to another, thank you for all the long shifts and the even longer cooldowns after. Your hard work is seen by more than you know. Here’s to good plates and sharp knives. - Ethan Munger

[@drissaudia1323]

I hope you stay well and have hope. Cooking is wonderful, it’s a gift, especially cooking for those you love. Please love you and life ❤️🧡💛💚💚💟💕💖

[@tusike]

"The world is filled with people doing the best they can... who would like to put on a clean shirt every morning and live their lives with a bit of dignity" This quote has stuck with me for years, and I'm here again just so I can hear it in his voice

[@steveconn]

Great quote.

[@HasanAli-kz6bv]

Love that we’re all doing the best we can

[@Yellow930]

Me too…And the part where he says that even at his lowest he found basic worth in himself…I needed to hear that also.

[@wallybingbang4350]

@@Yellow930 There's always some part of you that you can hold onto until circumstances improve - ❤

[@kasturiswami784]

Me too.

[@markwinter1193]

I miss this man so much

[@edenjfermo3885]

Every day man, only got 5 episodes of no reservations left and I cannot bring myself to watch them

[@cynthiasmullins]

@@edenjfermo3885 I am the same way. I want to watch them but I'm going to be searching for signs and I don't want to reach that point of knowing I've seen them all and will have none left.

[@krisfrederick5001]

Yeah this one hurt on a different level, I'm so angry with him but, that's being selfish. Whatever, he made his choice.

[@marioramos4935]

@@edenjfermo3885 It took me a while to watch them. I didn't want to, But I started to think what would have Tony wanted, I think he would have wanted us to see them, So I broke down and watched them. They are good. force yourself, at least for his memory.

[@Daswassuphomie]

😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@jareddauer4015]

Even though i had never met him, losing him feels so personal. Maybe because his greatest quality was his humility.

[@drifting202020]

I talked to my good friends about his death at the time it happened, and we all said the exact same thing. I think he was just a lot more real than pretty much everybody else in television. For some reason, we all felt personally connected to him. One of the worst human losses of a public figure in a long time. Rest in peace, Tony.

[@randyrysdale852]

yep, self deprecating always

[@clueless4085]

Very well put.

[@Noahsoak]

Jared Dauer I agree. He was a straight shooter. He didn't bs people or let them get away with bull shitting him. I love his honesty and I love his unapologetic attitude of being himself. I miss him greatly. It doesn't seem right to see his shows run on tv still. It feels like it's callous to his intimate feelings and the fact he felt he had to commit suicide. It's weird....

[@dreamitable]

yes not a show off and he was real and enjoyed it and reached for it, no phony balony

[@jtjtrs8806]

Mann this guy saved me and went out like i never thought !! I had a motor bike accident , on the verge of loosing my job , crippled in bed all i did was watch his show !! By watching him travels the world and seeing how successful he was gave me hope when i was thinking of taking my life, he lifted me up , then i saw the news on tv and just said thank you for saving my life !

[@michaeltoebe1851]

His self awareness, social awareness, intellect and communication skills, always impressive.

[@aWomanFreed]

Nothing like a guy who’d off himself

[@michaeltoebe1851]

@@aWomanFreed Your point? :)

[@aWomanFreed]

@@michaeltoebe1851 someone with all those qualities didn’t off himself. He was murdered.

[@michaeltoebe1851]

@@aWomanFreed Thank you for the reply. :)

[@TKthings]

@@aWomanFreed Why would someone want to murder him? He has struggled hard substance abuse over the years and it may have skewed his though processing, had he gone back and big. The industry has a LOT of pressure and plus he put a lot of pressure on himself. Also, depression has no face. A lot couldve been going on... or maybe he wanted to travel to the next place. And leave a bigger story. Horrible...but maybe.

[@edfou5]

I'm a US expat living blissfully in Chiang Mai, Thailand. I came here to a great degree because of Mr. Bourdain's show on Chiang Mai. I'm quite literally sitting in this chair, right now, in this condo building in this beautiful city, surrounded by the beautiful people, because of this gentleman. I've been thinking about this all day and all I can do is look up, press my palms together, closs my eyes and say Thank You, Tony.

[@EC-xp5hj]

edfou5 he was inspirational, I'm glad you took the plunge on his recommendation

[@IcePrincess619]

edfou5 pray for him 😍

[@tyroneshoelacez3498]

I’m about a year away from moving to Thailand. Purchased a condo and just waiting for it to be finished being built. After his death I went through my house and just started throwing stuff away. I’m really not sure why but I feel like the next chapter of my life is right around the corner.

[@joshuabateman7611]

For me it was Spain, then Beijing, and oddly enough now I'm in Detroit for my Masters degree. I've had the travel bug for a long time, but after finding his shows Tony was my go-to guy if I wanted to check somewhere out from an honest perspective. I'm mourning his loss like I've never mourned someone I didn't know. As so many people are saying, I feel like just lost a good friend.

[@natl9953]

Nice one. Agreed, Chiang Mai is a beatiful city with beautiful people

[@ggstylz]

"Don't be afraid to eat a bad meal, you know, if you don't risk the bad meal you'll never get the magical one."

[@PatrickPierceBateman]

Great philosophy for life.

[@alkaia2773]

Anthony Bourdain was our tutor and Chef for more than a month in New York when I was in my early 20ies. We had a great bond and later met up in London, Istanbul and Morocco. He was shooting No Reservations episodes. He was as pure and open as you see here. He is the reason for me to choose a life style based on cooking and traveling. May he rest in peace.

[@hayleyanna2625]

He was one of the "real ones." No phony. Mental health is extremely difficult to live with (from someone who has severe depression) and he did amazing things during his short-ish life here. He crammed in more in 60 years than most. Let's not pity him but celebrate his life. Cool dude.🖤

[@cabazoncabazon5952]

True!!!!!!

[@nemosparadise9442]

Even after his passing I’m still learning a lot from this man.

[@anjbabalu4046]

He was such!! a cool guy with a lot of pain...... in his heart...... in his laughter, just can feel his pain..... it’s just so sad.... .....it’s not fair.........to would have just met him?.....& had a lil moment to hang out with him, my god......would made my world!!!! 😍🌻🌞... Anthony you are so missed.❤️🌹

[@cdb88]

Oh me too. I found myself sighing in relief listening to his story. I wish it had ended better, but he was a wise man and had a lot of wisdom to impart, even after his passing.

[@badbanana0]

So true. I love his show No Reservations.

[@jessgoodman798]

Well said

[@abyssiancat2983]

@@badbanana0 Same Here

[@crazymf9010]

I remember he died while I was in prison and I was really bummed out because his shows were always a really nice escape for me and helped me understand a little more about other parts of the world and it's people. I'm grateful to have known who you were and what you did, Tony. Thank you.

[@keithfaust488]

Carry on his life with cooking brother. Hope all is well with you.

[@tobythescooterdog1532]

I was paddling around Minyama Island (Qld, Oz) on my Kayak with my radio on when the news of Michael Hutchence's death broke....... It busted me up. I was a broke Uni student back in the eighties and saw him with his first band - the "helicopters" next to Uni in a dingy pub....... then of course he hit big time with the Farris brothers. There was always something very strange with Anthony Bourdains passing? Never worked it out and miss him..... Take care guys..... Something was odd here?

[@MTMF.london]

@Mae West Stop spreading fake news. He hanged himself - it was a suicide.

[@rgdssd]

Killumi Ronnie my God you people with your lame conspiracy theories- so fucking annoying.

[@trojanette8345]

@Mae West What was your understanding of his passing?

[@JoeyArmstrong2800]

"Don't be afraid, be humble and grateful" - words of wisdom.

[@sergiobollana]

Straight, no bullshit talker. Kind hearted and educated. Took us all over the world showing us the plain field just as it was. We need you more than ever, dude. You're so missed.

[@tinacampbell1302]

Beautifully said.

[@flyingspaghetti963]

Bourdain was evil.

[@sophiamarquis]

He could be very rude, not elegant with words and racist.

[@TheBundleofkent]

@@sophiamarquis explain that comment

[@sophiamarquis]

@@TheBundleofkent it's obvious, i left nothing to explain.

[@misslarkinreed]

"I would much rather fail gloriously, than not venture, not try." Rest in peace, Mr. Bourdain. 5:47

[@Patrick96322]

What a great quote !

[@nastynate838]

gospel

[@wyzolma99]

@IslandMahn he.was.murdered.

[@misslarkinreed]

@@scottmill8563 Who are you?

[@melissamurray1712]

I miss this man so much. Funny how you can miss someone you never even met.

[@anitajosephj]

I understand

[@Pirike74]

Very true.

[@hareemali8042]

Me too

[@judasbrooks]

"If you don't risk the bad meal, you don't get the magical one" --Anthony Bordain Damn son That's the best philosophy on life I've ever heard

[@trenchbaby526]

can you explain this

[@dinahernandez7631]

me: eating in Boston hahaha

[@jorgevelasquez9955]

"I don't meditate, I fester." is my Bourdain favorite.

[@thaidaym]

And yet he said bad meals put him into depression sometimes. It may be that he looks older in this interview but he doesnt look happy here.

[@matiasss550]

Wtf, you are impressed super easy hahahaha. That´s the most stupid ¨statement¨ on earth.

[@richarde7238]

Anthony's brain: the real Part Unknown. RIP my brother. You're far from being forgotten.

[@Shanona1]

Well said. He is missed.

[@kathrync8632]

It wasn't just storytelling. His shows were often living history lessons. Fascinating, compelling and human. It was the best TV out there.

[@miamargareta9997]

There are certain people who aren t very keen on it they ve been critizised in Public 🇪🇪 ..Tony did part the Unknown and he was very much aware of the job . We should be grateful for him for his sacrifice 🌹

[@stephenpitkin5492]

I'm stuck at home working 7 days a week for a severely disabled person. The vicarious breath of fresh air watching Anthony traveling around and sampling fascinating foods really got me out of a funk; inspired me to cook international recipes and make the world my own wherever I happen to be. Thanks, man. RIP.

[@shanegant3474]

He used his bathrobe belt in the bathroom. Luckily we will never know, cause Eric found Tony. It just seems that maybe there is a very simple, basic reason for this loss. It was a mistake.

[@stephenpitkin5492]

imbonnie When I say stuck at home I just mean that I can't travel outside the country. This is one facet of my life where Anthony Bourdain's international doings have been vicariously beneficial to me. Instead of casting aspersions and delivering moronic pieties upon someone you don't know based on the use of one relatively benign word, you should be grateful to God you aren't being devoured by carnivorous lampreys right now.

[@stephenpitkin5492]

imbonnie. Thank you for your retraction, and I know what you mean. Your observations are very valid. In some cases, though that's just the way the caregiver processes and at the same time blocks out the pain of empathizing with the other person, which can be so overwhelming as to be impossible to comprehend. It reminds me of a scene in a David Lynch movie where a girl who has just been in a severe car accident and probably will die is wandering around the scene of the wreckage all bloody, complaining that she can't find her hair clip and that her mother will kill her because she lost her hair clip. I think in wartime situations, too, people can focus on and complain of trivial things as a way of attempting to manage something that is staggeringly senseless. This is just another way of looking at it. I've had a kind of survivor's guilt for a really long time, guilty that I am able bodied and he isn't. It is still hard to tell him that I recently enjoyed a bike ride or had a terrific workout without feeling that I'm accidentally lording it over him. I just hope he can enjoy it vicariously through me the way I enjoy traveling the world vicariously through Anthony Bourdain. It's funny how hard it can be communicating with people on social media. I was trying to illustrate gratitude, but in order to really show the gratitude I had to show some sort of need that was filled. That came across to you as complaining. I have to laugh in a way. I'm glad we cleared it up, though. Thanks for sharing your observations about insensitive caregivers. I hope you have a great day.

[@stephenpitkin5492]

Shane more You mean auto-erotic asphyxiation? Sounds plausible! That Anthony Bourdain himself mentioned that paraphilia in a tweet about 2 weeks ago might be an indicator.

[@robertfapswell3719]

Lmao...I’m the dude that relies on people like you, to take care of me(thank you)!!! Tony was my vacation too ; I’m broken hearted AF!!! I get it...I feel you man! I need help, just not 24/7 ; but I’m getting there and know people that do. It’s tough on both sides as you probably know. That being said I got this Italian lady that takes care of me... She can make me literally almost any Italian dish...and better than most. (I’m killing it... i know.., I’m spoiled, but grateful too)Cooking is her passion, and mine. I come up with different recipes and ideas...and she does the rest. For now, we are taking a stab at Asian foods! 🍜Irish stew not too long ago, Mexican, etc...Food is our common bond between us. We talk food a lot ; and I often mention tony...ugggh : ( 💚💛💔 🤙🏼

[@thomassohayda3375]

My dad would yell to my mom "honey Bourdains on!" And we would all watch his show. What a charismatic personality he had. Tragic how he ended his own life.

[@nick85able]

It’s so damn sad to me that he stopped seeing someone in the mirror that was worth something…this guy was an absolutely amazing person and I wish there was more like him….RIP brother

[@andyt9181]

He probably wished that too..

[@luciocaramori]

I keep bumping into articles, interviews, quotes and every time I discover something new and magical and beautiful about Tony. I lost a good friend I've never met.

[@mizzbella9324]

Lúcio Caramori i felt the same way!

[@traceypedigo6405]

how beautifully said

[@traceypedigo6405]

he was the man i dreamed id be drooling over yada yada i had it bad for Anthony. I still do ...

[@balahatun]

we all did

[@carolinapluma2438]

😭

[@richardscott3724]

Losing Anthony Bourdain is like losing a big part of my soul. There is never going to be another person on the planet whose comments are observations were always exactly what I would have wanted to say. He said everything so well with such a wonderful command of the English language. He was a hero to many children of the sixties. Cheers to a life well lived!

[@billdavis7577]

maurice williams Did it affect you in any way? Life’s a bitch an some have a harder time coping then others, but killing oneself is far from cowardly. Imagine gathering the resolve to jump off a tall building or sticking a gun in your own mouth. Albeit such willpower is best utilised in other pursuits. That aside you didn’t know him quit acting like you have any right to judge him.

[@rossmandigo9984]

i miss you man... your the only person ive encountered that just truly captured the cooks soul and managed to verbalize it in a way i dont believe anybody ever will again... i still cry for the loss... was like losing a friend... he gave me hope for humanity.

[@cynthiasmullins]

I always admired the way he was totally fearless and always admitted his faults and addictions. The one where he was in the middle East and had Jews and Muslims and another person and said it is hard to break bread together and maintain your prejudices. He was genuinely himself and made no apologies for it. He was a gift to the world.

[@joelweiner4798]

@micky bang-bang you'll never be as successful as Anthony Bourdain, pussy right wing fascist.

[@KL-mt5tm]

This

[@Suburb_hell]

I was gutted when I heard the news. Still am. Used to watch him with my mom, living in my grandparents converted garage. I was going through a rough stage in my life and his shows made me feel happy. I lived vicariously through him. RIP Anthony. You are missed.

[@margaritashanks2133]

all be well just do what i do, watch his shows and find solace

[@br777666]

Tony didn't kill himself

[@tortprescott191]

@@br777666 who do you think took him out ?

[@br777666]

@@tortprescott191 Harvey Weinstein and his people or his wife. You have to remember during the time of his death , Anthony was speaking out against Weinstein, after his wife came forward with allegations that she was harrassed as well. The wife, because allegations were surfacing that she was having affairs with other men. Anthony denied the allegations, but his wife went on record to say they had an open marriage.

[@tortprescott191]

@@br777666 - It's really painful to write; but something was off with the whole Asia Argento thing and them paying off creepy Jimmy Bennett. Even though she was a brilliant actor in Coppola's "Marie Antoinette", she skeeves me out for some reason. There's something I'm just not buying about her........I was hoping Bourdain would beat the statistics and out run the addiction demons........he was a voice of clarity and authenticity for me, in a world of back-stabbing people pleasers. I have been abstinent for 24 years + and I watch my addiction jump around too. I felt like I had outrun it in earlier years of recovery; but I know it is there - the caged gorilla doing push-ups, patiently waiting...... Mostly I feel bad for his friend Éric Ripert......and his daughter losing her Papa. His previous wives seemed like pretty cool ladies too.

[@jennykelly4111]

What I admire the most about Anthony Bourdain is how he was always real and genuine.

[@geoffsaunderson5766]

Depression is a real monster, god bless Anthony, shine on you crazy diamond.

[@dyslexiusmaximus]

shine on you crazy diamond. i love these words. Pink Floyd really hit a cord when they came up with it.

[@rotee3878]

God bless?? According to your little book of fables... he's in hell

[@HHCronikO]

@@rotee3878 There's more than one little book of fables, and the God his refering to doesn't necessarily fit any of those, you illiterate.

[@genev193]

He did not kill himself. He was suicided for exposing the plight of the Palestinians and Iranian people suffering under Israeli oppression.

[@easterdm]

@@HHCronikO So which one are you defending?

[@jamiejackson1786]

What I wouldn’t give to have a beer with this man.

[@rawgab4439]

or a meal ...

[@illuddivinus3309]

I was lucky enough to with a group of friends 10 years ago. We hardly got through the first drink without dying of laughter. He was a master shit talker in the best of ways. He was good at picking people apart in a funny harmless way. Literally best company you could have wished for.

[@zippymufo9765]

@@illuddivinus3309 And then you woke up with sticky sheets 😂😂😂

[@illuddivinus3309]

@@zippymufo9765 from my wife fucking me? Probably..

[@orsonwelles4254]

@@zippymufo9765 🤣🤣🤣

[@Tracydot3]

This is really motivational, especially knowing that Anthony Bourdain didn't become successful until he was 44. I am about to turn 40 and still working on becoming a great novelist and filmmaker. I have a lot of great ideas but struggle with anxiety, depression, and financial problems. It can be really difficult to try to make art when you're dealing with all that, but I believe in my stories and know that they need to be out there.

[@xenasbottombitch5328]

Just do it. You only miss the shot you never take.

[@e_b_]

I'm in the same boat, I'm a painter and approaching 40. Anthony Bourdain is someone I've always admired. From one artist to another, keep going. Don't ever give up on what you know you're meant to do! ❤🙏🤗

[@serafinacosta7118]

What’s is exactly that you shoot ?

[@alexanderkordas682]

Wrong! Bourdain was already successful in his early 30s. After 2000 he simply became very very popular and a celebrity so to speak.

[@daryl9799]

Success is a hard thing to keep its not guaranteed to stay either just be happy with what you got everything is a bonus. I've made all the money I've ever dreamed of did it make things easier sure did it make me any happier at times it did but the excitement wears off after the big house, fancy car, trips etc its gets to be all the same. I'm pretty much starting over again at 46 and if I get a another chance to make big cash again which I will ill definitely do it different this time around.

[@m.pearce3273]

Anthony Bourdain was a personal friend. I totally loved, cried and laughed at this very poignant last interview. Thanks for posting this I'm sharing it with many of his chef fans and those who love Tony to this day and always.

[@landlice48]

When he says “To be perfectly honest … most people are afraid they could lose their job next year”. . At least he showed his strength in being the most human of all the TV personalities. I’m extremely sad that he took his own life in spite of knowing how many millions of people he has educated, informed, and awed all of us.

[@SoapinTrucker]

AND in France, filming a show that collectively, is said that he loved!!!!! I don't get it! :(

[@br777666]

Tony didn't kill himself

[@Peppersfirst]

@@br777666 I don't believe he did.

[@briankorbelik2873]

@@SoapinTrucker Depression is a ruthless tiger, who is sneakier than a certain ex-prez I can name. Sorry, but I'm certainly not bragging but I understand suffering from the same disease. The usual light in Anthony's eyes has gone out.

[@dexterbernard2701]

Anthony Bourdain made the show about the true stars: the people, the culture, the destination and the food. He was just the presenter that gave a voice to those things. We miss you dearly.

[@amylee3531]

Unlike most people I don't put him in the "chef" category for many years. Just a great,deep,honest writer So missed

[@SoapinTrucker]

Agree. I think his "Brand" Genre is writing, then, persona (EVERYONE love's listening to him in a video! ;)), then cooking! LOL ;)

[@albuseisenhorn3385]

He was that, but there is so much more to him once he left the profession. He told the stories we loved to hear, some we didn't but had to any ways

[@tyleralves772]

I have mixed feelings on this. I am a huge fan of his and this was the first time I’d ever cried over a celebrity death. It’s just heartbreaking.

[@geoffhill6992]

same here i was stunned by his death - still processing it

[@roseannbenante3941]

I still can’t believe he’s gone.His passing hit me like a ton of bricks.Broke my heart...he was loved across the world.

[@batshapedheart]

No Thank You watching him now always makes me cry nowadays

[@KL-mt5tm]

This

[@nategoodeye4163]

You’re not alone I fucking HATE!! That he did that.

[@kaytrey579]

You were straight foward and your sarcasm and commentary were amazing. Rip to a legend

[@YvonneCClaes]

Fuck off. You were the one to first diss Anthony, an intellect beyond your understanding, so I went to your level of speech. Too difficult still? Do I need to go to a toddler's language?

[@YvonneCClaes]

Tony be good. There, you're welcome.

[@YvonneCClaes]

He was no racist. Bullshit. He was a humanitarian. Chew on that.

[@YvonneCClaes]

LOL. Oh, you're one of those who anytime someone speaks truth you claim reverse racism. I figured as much. White power much? It must be hard being a white man who faces constant discrimination. You're so oppressed. Bourdain was right. The white race has done so much damage to this world.You make quite the leap going from Tony's comment to genocide on the white race. You're such an idiot.

[@YvonneCClaes]

David B I agree there isn't such a thing as reverse racism. I was responding to Ferris who claims Tony was racist against whites. Reading is fundamental, dumbshit. The irony of calling someone dumb when you can't even read a comment correctly. LMAO

[@cndluluv]

He’s simply pursuing a new adventure we’re too afraid to explore. That’s the only way I can process his departure.

[@anitajosephj]

I understand this

[@lovelycabezita]

Can’t wait to join the venture

[@ocean457]

There's no way to process what's happened to him, it's humanly impossible. Only thing I can think of is that as an Tony being an intellectual and atheist, leaving this life by force kind of makes sense. Another thing, we're not afraid to explore this new adventure you mentioned, since it's an inevitable thing coming in no time so it's just better to hang on till the end of this one. Maybe we're just too full of religion information to go ahead and do something like that.

[@salaialexander7022]

People who were never addicted to drugs don't realize how severely they affect you for the rest of your life, even after bring sober for decades. It changes you down to your consciousness. I feel that he might have been tired of the demons and the need to continuously adapt. It all gets so tiring

[@whiskeyricard]

I love his writing and way of expressing himself. A great wordsmith.

[@BALOYBEACHBUM]

I read his books and hear his voice!

[@dharmony7644]

He was way too deep, smart, aware, and Real. Is that a recipe for disaster. Should we all just be sheep? Is being sheep vital to survival? Lots of human beings like him die early. It’s sad and kinda scary.... 😢

[@rgdssd]

D Harmony he had addiction problems with opioids, that really affected him.

[@dearbrave4183]

I would rather be killed for standing up for something than being spared for doing nothing!

[@YvonneCClaes]

He was too aware of this world and the people who got us there. This world is too much for the aware, perceptive, and compassionate.

[@carlmanx1680]

umwali sharon that he was. Spread the message far and wide.

[@danielrapp4096]

Some demon took Anthony out and we can speculate forever about what it was. But, if he did it while drunk - on heroin or alcohol - the demon had an easier time doing his destructive thing

[@joereyna614]

I miss this man.. Every year I find myself re-watching all his shows... never fails.. I'm watching his shows, Parts Unknown, No Reservations, A Cooks Tour, The Layover etc etc.. I just miss him so much.. I've never felt any way for any celebrity.. But him...... Still can't believe it

[@Adriana-ri7of]

Tony simply put, lived like an artist. His essence existed and continues to exist with an air of unpretentiousness, humility, curiosity, and respect that I continue to come back to when I need to be reminded of how large and beautiful humanity is. Thank you for letting us know you, Tony. Rest in peace.

[@darksidemachining]

There was an episode where he was in Los Angeles and he made it a point to always go to In-N-Out and order a double-double. And so, here is this world traveler who thoroughly enjoys the very same burger I can have and enjoy in my town. I definitely felt a connection to him at that moment. RIP

[@TymetheInfamous]

WE WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU ANTHONY! EVEN WITH THE DECISION YOU MADE IN THE END, YOU NEVER LET US DOWN. NOBLE MAN. WE WILL MISS YOU.

[@rianskywalker2213]

TymetheInfamous I might need to go see that sexy Saturday now to turn this frown upside down

[@TheChameleon2008]

Fuhki Tandoori weak move bro

[@IMSiegfried]

troll :yawn:

[@barbaracalhoune]

He DIDN'T KILL HIMSELF THE TRUTH WILL EMERGE

[@catzel1ps452]

It’s not a “decision” it’s a state of mind where you lack logical thought and choose a flawed permanent consequence to a temporary problem.

[@leeriding3746]

Kudos to the interviewer for knowing exactly which questions to ask to keep him interested in talking. Great interview all round.

[@bittnerbs]

Tony was one of the great minds and souls of the world. He was my most favorite “personality” of all times. He held so much wisdom, love, and understanding. As a person that I never had the pleasure of meeting, I think about his life often.

[@teresarapach1443]

Still can’t believe he’s gone.

[@tobythescooterdog1532]

yeah - sort of weird? I can't watch his old stuff anymore. Something strange happened?

[@titofrost958]

Clinton’s

[@MTMF.london]

@@titofrost958 Idiot.

[@notinmyhouse1705]

But never forgotten 💘

[@tienglongmy]

@@MTMF.london naive

[@ShaneHill69]

Still grieving for this man, such a large loss to humanity

[@titofrost958]

Shane Clinton’s

[@fran7759]

He told it as it was. No bullshit; warts and all. What a loss for planet earth and for his daughter.

[@diannemotsinger428]

So sad to loose such a talented man. NO ONE knows what is going on in a persons heart and head😥

[@jmartinez070]

His eloquence still inspires me. In this era where education and cultural diversity is seen as weak. He spent his life telling us otherwise

[@rollingstones911]

Watching his show was like watching a friend tell you about their trip. It’s so sad he is gone.

[@lynncaldwell8345]

It is comforting to see how much this icon was loved.

[@user-zl6uz6lc8c]

Yes, he was , and so sad he chose to check- out of life as he did.

[@rambolinda]

still makes me cry. the loss was enormous 😭

[@traviseddy6447]

Hello friend

[@ConnerMello2]

I normally hate when people get super emotional and dramatic about a celebrity dying. Like, I've lost a lot of people I've been very close to way earlier than I should have, and seeing people so upset about celeb deaths always just makes me think, "dude, chill out, you didn't know them." This one hit me fucking hard. I guess I get it now. I feel like I lost a friend. Someone I could depend on to show me parts of the world I'll probably never experience. Someone who overcame so many issues and built so much success. Someone I could watch with hope. Tony, you're the best, and a shitty youtube comment doesn't do you justice. I'm thankful for everything he did for me. I hope he's eating some bizarre entrails in whatever afterlife might exist, shooting the shit with whoever else might be there, and bitching about Chili's like normal.

[@greenapple8883]

Conner Boyd Beautiful comment

[@coreybridgeman7259]

Conner Boyd sir.. couldn't have said it better myself.. IDK how I feel or what to do about my emotional reaction to Tony Bourdain's apparent suicide. I looked up to him like a uncle or something like that. I struggle with H and depression so when I binge watch his shows it gives me hope that I can maybe have success like that one day.. then on the other hand I have never met the man and should I honestly feel this deeply about a guy on TV?

[@dattape2828]

Conner Boyd celebrity drunk?

[@mommaspantrypodcast5486]

Amen!!

[@amristar736]

Conner Boyd Dude, chill out. You don't even know him. You're so overdramatic.

[@FarmerC.J.]

This interview does not sound like someone who was behind the scenes contemplating taking their life... he was confident,authentic and so direct...

[@NicoleKe]

Cj Lively This comment is silly. You didn't know this man. It's an interview. How was he supposed to behave? You obviously don't know depression.

[@FarmerC.J.]

Keisha Nicole how do you know I don’t know Depression? His body language is relaxed, he is speaking directly, he is direct and authentic with his answers. Besides it’s my observation if you don’t agree then don’t agree...

[@AtlantaBill]

Bourdain was continually learning new things about himself and about other people. Any of his loyal followers could see that, even vegetarians like me. At every moment in his life, once he had gotten over his early addiction to heroin, he was growing and inspiring people he worked with to push the boundaries of their craft. That's not the mark of a depressive who's at the end of his road. How can someone who increasingly gives others new reasons to live have given up on his own life? It doesn't make sense.

[@robertripsaw2493]

It was suicide OK? Now drop it.

[@flashcat945]

Agreed 100% fishy.. the insane agenda of trolls makes it more suspicious..

[@fluffyclouds555]

I love hearing him speak because he’s so eloquent and insightful. He paints landscapes with words.

[@sophiamarquis]

😂😂😂

[@hollyobrien4665]

After all these years, I still believe that he was A Huge Loss To this World! So smart, so sensitive, so able, so articulate and so kind!! SUCH A LOSS! 😢

[@JonathanNelsonOfficial]

He faked his death. The people you think are alive are dead and the people you think are dead are alive.

[@IWantToMature85]

He was well-loved. I never saw this happening. Every single show he was on was popular and the networks loved to market him.

[@dwarren1010]

Zechariah Cameron I did and I heard him making comments about hurting himself. Parts Unknown Quebec and Layover Chicago for example

[@lioraselby5328]

Dave B tells ya what, that he managed to kill himself in private? Be fucking respectful.

[@VidVoyeur612]

I miss this guy. He was the kinda uncle I wish I had and the kinda uncle I hope to be. He was the uncle that instead of buying us some kitschy souvenir from the airport gift shop, he took all of us along on his trips, managing to fit ALL of us on a plane, a scooter or canoe.

[@friedricey]

A true artist in his own field. Never have I seen anyone integrate food and poetry like Anthony can.

[@Albert_O_Balsam]

I can't think of a single human being that I miss as much as I do Tony, and his role within the human race is also sorely missed, a man who opposed racism and prejudice of any kind, that's the sort of person me need in the here and now, and it breaks my heart that he's gone, one of the most pure souls to ever exist.

[@walterkeathley]

On the anniversary of his death, this comes up on my feed. Miss this guy, we could use his no nonsense approach right now.

[@LiMitZplus]

Lol he literally wants to genocide all white people he’s disgusting

[@amythibodeauxclemons511]

My Heart is Heavy today My thoughts and prayers go out to Bourdains family. He made me appreicate the life of other people, to love them through thier food and culture. God Bless His Life

[@michaellauchung-ming9669]

His genuineness was what made his show so attractive to me.

[@SuperThatguylol]

I come back to him often. I miss you dude! I've never missed someone I've never meet so bad.

[@eric106071]

You were a good man Anthony; you will be missed greatly. He was a magnifying lens into so many cultures for us in the US.

[@eric106071]

Athan Iannucci That appears to be the case. If he did hang himself I think that was a selfish move for a father. He will always be an important human to me. Appreciate the honest comment.

[@lailonnib]

Give us back this man .... the universe needed him ... my soul needed him may you rest in power... 😪❤️

[@lailonnib]

steve STAR 🙄 gtfo ...

[@oOKitty86Oo]

We definitely still need him!

[@JapanMonAmourTheJapanHouse]

steve STAR So???

[@danikasmithenhouser5370]

Lola Bee Your soul "needed" him...? You a Process member too?

[@danikasmithenhouser5370]

Martin Lee he "is" dead. He cannot presently be racist or not...might wanna hold off calling people a moron.😄

[@moralesmivan]

This interview shows how depressed was Anthony at the end of his days, what a shame that no one could be close an hear him. The day he past away I really feel sorrow first time ever for some one who was a public figure like him. Rest in peace Anthony.

[@cr-nd8qh]

@@Honey.Moon.Artist dam is that true yea the media isn't going to say the truth

[@BrandonLee_1171]

@@Honey.Moon.Artist That's a complete myth. He was never working on or had an affiliation with that documentary.

[@BrandonLee_1171]

@@Honey.Moon.Artist He has been vocal against sexual harassment like hundreds of other celebrities. His purported involvement with 'the silent children' was a complete hoax that started with a single post by a random user in a sub-reddit that got shared a few hundred thousand times. That post also stated Aviici and Chester Bennington were involved with the documentary - also a myth. The documentary has been completed and released and the executive producer and all the production staff publicly stated that Anthony Bourdain and the other celebrities stated above had absolutely nothing to do with the production.

[@BrandonLee_1171]

@@Honey.Moon.Artist Anthony Bourdain was infatuated with Asia Argento and killed himself on the eve of her purported adultery in the press.

[@BrandonLee_1171]

@@Honey.Moon.Artist You ought to rely far less on a random sub-reddit post that has since not been accompanied with any other evidence or claims. Man it amazes me how stupid people have become 😂

[@allysezimmerman3102]

I love when interviews are unedited like this

[@sleepingglass]

years later and I cant stop coming back to him. Such an intriguing, real, and wise person. Dont be afraid to wander.

[@franosborne8198]

RIP Anthony. Beautiful soul. Still very deeply missed.

[@julieannejoolz]

I haven't been able to watch Anthony since he passed away, it was just too SAD. What i loved was how he took us along with Him. We learned a lot through his beautiful mind. He was a magnificent Man. Bless you Anthony ❤

[@calinrang5939]

Five years since he s gone and I still cant believe it. We miss you Tony B!

[@oceaneleven268]

Because of Anthony I started traveling more and learning how to cook. I will miss you very much Anthony.

[@greenmilemirogrow524]

I will tell you with much confidence and truth. I'm 35 a kitchen manager who is on the line 45 hours a week. In the busiest restaurant around - Anthony Bourdain is an icon to many old heads and young bloods around. He was a breath of fresh air for many of us during his 15 minutes of fame. Sad to see him go but the bottom line shows you many of us are struggling far beyond what we display. I'm not religious what so ever. But may you all stay blessed and understand your value!

[@shaghayegh.UK888]

We really miss you Rest in peace From Persia (Iran)

[@agtrherhger484]

@schobbie123 bro...

[@value2887]

@schobbie123 fucker

[@trevordoolan5011]

schobbie123 Your Ignorance Is Your Bliss❗ You should keep it wrapped-up in your own little mind. ✌ 🇮🇪

[@gwennk4962]

@schobbie123 If your a fan of Tony's, you would know that he travelled to Iran and had one of the most amazing times of his life. You must have missed that. Too bad .

[@cameronhowe1110]

schobbie123 yeah idk why she wrote Persia when it hasn’t existed in ages lol it’s like calling Italy Rome or something ...

[@LivT04]

I lived vicariously through his adventures and open heart 💜 Miss him even now after all these years.

[@ACEDTVL]

i really needed to hear this

[@jeremybergeron3527]

You have a fight to give bro! Maube you don't know yet the purpose of it but you will. Stay strong and never forget the Power of changing your life one small step at a time. Work discipline and enjoy the progress while you're doing small steps EVERY DAY thats the key. You got this! If tomorrow rise make something of it 💪

[@danschmo7413]

this

[@dabunnyrabbit2620]

He was a regular guy, who loved people, culture and foods ability to bring strangers together, and enjoy each others company. while partaking in something that is both fundamental to our spirit and well being. You would often hear him say- "now that was made with love" And that is exactly what he stood for. You will be missed sir. RIP Anthony Bourdain.

[@raulvzqz]

To be a guy who don't produce anything, you have a mouth full of opinion, maybe you hate productive and living full life people, Anthony have live a 2 or 3 lifes, he now the world first hand. understand people, culture, and way of life, of course he had an opinion, maybe we don´t agree on it, but at the end if you don't have anything to say, please keep your mouth shut.

[@jimcyr7380]

I agree he had his flaws as we all do but hes like me hes ate n partyed w the lowest of us . Thats respectable for a tv personality.

[@jimcyr7380]

Raul Vazquez hey i dont care what these fuckers say i liked the guy almost felt we could drink a beer . Im not.butthurt lk a millinial i just liked his shows

[@raulvzqz]

agree i only say, maybe some love to destroy the ones who lost his voice in this in a moment of anxiety, who nows... we only lose the opportunity of eat a weird food and talk on a couple of cold ones with a charismatic human been.

[@uproar8745]

Raul do you really wanna be friends with a guy who said I wish Europe was brown?

[@ligialewis2182]

How very , very sad that he's gone . He was intelligent , talented , well-spoken and apparently a good guy . GL, Sr.

[@MystiC860]

I wouldn't call him intelligent since he thought suicide was a good life choice to make.

[@jhoff563]

“I would much rather fail gloriously than not venture, not try." -Anthony Bourdain

[@Saztrah]

I never truly grieved the loss of a celebrity in my life until Anthony. A person I had no personal connection with, and I think about him frequently to this day.

[@HughJorgan1]

9:05...for a contradictory insight. Bourdain says (paraphrased) "Even at my worst I could look in the mirror....and I knew I could go forward". You could write a book simply using many of Tony's thoughts, insights and visionary quotes in this interview. It's perplexing someone with such a great perspective on life chose to do what he did. There's so many contradictions in this interview. He appeared happy and "supported".

[@DecepticonLBC]

Anthony had his demons just like everyone else. He was a true individual that spoke his mind. I'm sad he is not with us anymore.

[@luckystarship2275]

I just can't get my head around the fact that this clever, handsome, successful man took his own life 10 months after filming this interview.

[@velouria777]

Beyond any words

[@dorissanmiguel9162]

Do you believe that Anthony did take his life? I do not. He was cremated, why? the family was expecting his body to be sent home. He was suppose to meet his friend downstairs at the hotel. No, only God Knows. Anthony you are very missed.

[@DeeEfSea]

@@dorissanmiguel9162 Illuminati suicided him

[@dorissanmiguel9162]

@@DeeEfSea I do not doubt that for a second. I know he did not take his life.

[@NoContent1991]

Weinstein did it

[@stevebasile4908]

The only time CNN is allowed on my TV is Parts Unknown with Anthony Bourdain. RIP.

[@CriticalVoices]

We lost a great soul, a humble and honest human. Rest in peace Anthony. You will be missed.

[@aaron90omar]

Goddammit, I still can't believe it. He deserved better :(

[@aaron90omar]

That's nice. Let me write it down in "Things that morons say that I don't give a shit" :)

[@aaron90omar]

Keep talking, sweetie. That's soooo interesting. P.S. I don't give a shit what you say, FYI. I just enjoy picking up on idiots like you

[@aaron90omar]

Who's a nice troll? Yes, you are. Yes, you are xD Whatever opinions you have on the man are yours. But the moment you start throwing insults out of the blue, you lose all seriousness and THAT, my friend, makes you a TROLL. Have a nice life, loser :)

[@aaron90omar]

Whatever you say, sugarpie :) xD

[@lawmolins4775]

Wow. This was a man of integrity. Introspective, humble, and not afraid to fail. Saw him a few weeks before he passed. Handsome is an understatement. His way with words. ❤️

[@KirstyMcLaren-fj8qu]

Beautiful interview, spoken from the heart. What a truly, tragic loss.

[@zanderthegrate837]

What an intense dude! Such amazing dialect?! Just pours his soul out on camera like no one's watching!

[@nenadaves]

I miss him deeply! Can't get enough of the shows, interviews. He was a good man, brutally sincere! what not to love?

[@JakeColtrane]

0:38 "Life is good." Even now, I find myself nearly convinced that I'm listening to a completely untroubled individual. No one can ever truly understand what another person is going through, even when you think they're telling you the truth about life.

[@missionpupa]

Thats sad that thats the only thing you paid attention to and completely missed the fact that he was talking about ending his life at some point and he was in a downward spiral. Conspiracy theories say the dumbest things I swear.

[@_7_bobby_7_platinum_7_]

Jake Coltrane I have no doubts that he did not kill himself.

[@David-cm4ok]

Don't listen to this idiot. 🙄 We hardly know ourselves at times, never mind knowing others. It could have just been a spur of the moment thing. Who knows?

[@pushtostart1377]

You can never truly know a person as a whole, your only see pieces, hell most of will never truly know ourselves on the whole.

[@glowingorb3728]

he called out clintons for being pedophiles just before they killed him.

[@simonclarke3505]

The guy was pure class , without trying to be classy , simple humble dialogue, never said to much about the food he was eating , but us the viewer would know it's good , nothing dramatic , never over the top , just it is what it is type of guy , I loved watching him , the man was a genius without even trying , likeable we say to relate to , what more can do you want

[@sophiamarquis]

Class??? Saying ugly words, drinking beer by the bottle, talking so loud in a public space. Bah...

[@keeran31]

there's still a huge missing piece in this world after losing him ...

[@joshuamunatones7170]

Im a kid and i dont know much about him and im sorry for that and im gonna look at all his amazing work

[@brianramirez8255]

I really do think watching all of his work changes peoples notions about the world.

[@HebrewHakaishin]

THANK YOU ANTHONY, YOU GAVE ME THE GREATEST GIFT OF ALL THATS FREEDOM, BECAUSE OF YOU I TRAVELED THE WORLD!!! ILL MISS YOU VERY MUCH!!!

[@sweethomealabama1369]

Richard Jacobs amen

[@madbahamut]

We really lost someone great..but I'm thankful for the interviews, shows, and genius he shared with us in his time.