The chef once helped out a teenage boy dealing with cancer
Some aspects of Anthony Bourdain’s life really shouldn’t be forgotten. One of them is his good heart. He spent a lot of time writing books, creating documentaries, and cooking, but he also made time for charitable work. That includes Ali Allouche, a teen who was coping with cancer and finding his treatment difficult. When Bourdain learned that the boy wanted to eat a meal in each state in the US, he offered to assist. On GoFundMe, he raised $4,000 to help him reach his $50,000 goal, and on Christmas Eve, he video-called the teen to thank him. Anthony’s generosity meant a lot to Allouche because he undoubtedly didn’t anticipate someone like Anthony to reach out.
Anthony Bourdain had great respect for Iggy Pop, and the feeling was apparently mutual
Given all he accomplished, Anthony Bourdain led a life that was undoubtedly interesting. But it wasn’t just what he did that left a lasting impression; it was also the people he encountered along the way. Iggy Pop, whom Bourdain referred to as a “enormous hero,” appeared to have had a significant influence on the chef’s life, with the singer’s music reportedly providing a soundtrack for both the highs and lows of his life. Fortunately, it appears that Anthony had respect for both of them. Iggy spoke with Bourdain for a GQ magazine interview and appeared in a few of his television programs.