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Emeril Lagasse Biography
Birth Name:Emeril Lagasse
Birth Place:Fall River, Massachusetts, United States
Profession Actor, Producer, Soundtrack, Director, Editor
Fast Facts
- The James Beard Foundation named him "Humanitarian of the Year" in 2013
- Created the Emeril Lagasse Foundation, which aims to enrich the lives of children through cooking
- After being hired at a Portuguese bakery in Massachusetts, Lagasse discovered his passion for cooking
- Known for his phrases "Bam!" and "Let's kick it up a notch․"
- Contributed recipes to the International Space Station's meal selection
- Was inducted into the Culinary Hall of Fame in 2013
Awards
- 2017Daytime Emmy-Outstanding Culinary Program: winner
- 2017James Beard Award-Television Program, on Location: nominated
- 2017James Beard Award-Outstanding Personality/Host: nominated