I must say it is such a shock, he hid his illness and cancer from the media. With Paul Bocuse’s death early this year, big losses for French cuisine.
Personally, I watched his cook show “Bon appetite bien sûr” when he was in his mid 50s, to learn French. The concept of the show was, he invited a different chef each week to cook, he was the presenter of the show. Slowly I was hooked with the show, he always asked chefs for very clear instructions. I became obsessed with cooking because most of the recipes worked. I must admit he had taught me some of the basics of French cooking.
A few articles I read, several months before his death, he secretly sold his empire to an investment fund. I wonder the future of his restaurants, who are the chefs in charge.
Have you ever eaten in his restaurants? Personally I would have wanted to try Jamin where he obtained 3 stars, he retired at the age of 50 in the 90’s.