Celebrity chef Gary Rhodes has died at the age of 59.
Mr Rhodes, who was living in Dubai, died on Tuesday night, his family has confirmed.
In a statement, Mr Rhodes' family said: "The Rhodes family are deeply saddened to announce the passing of beloved husband, father and brother, Gary Rhodes OBE.
"Gary passed away last evening, Tuesday 26th November 2019, at the age of 59, with his beloved wife Jennie by his side.
"The family would like to thank everyone for their support and ask for privacy during this time."
London born Mr Rhodes started his kitchen career in Amsterdam, before returning to the capital to work in kitchens at the Reform Club and Capital Hotel. He landed his first head chef role in 1986, successfully retaining the Castle Hotel's Michelin Star at the age of 26, before winning a Michelin Star for Mayfair's Greenhouse in 1996.
On TV, Mr Rhodes hosted his own show, Rhodes Around Britain and featured on BBC's Masterchef. He has written 18 cook books.
Mr Rhodes has lived in Dubai since 2011, working at Grosvenor House Dubai and Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort.
In a statement to Mail Online , the Grosvenor House hotel said: "The team at Grosvenor House Dubai and Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort and Spa are devastated to hear of the tragic passing of Chef Gary Rhodes OBE.
"Not only has the industry lost a true culinary legend, we have also lost an inspirational human being and a very dear friend.
"No words can express our sadness at Gary’s death or our gratitude for the opportunity to work with him. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Rhodes family."
