Anthony Bourdain

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Days before his death, Anthony Bourdain's sad last texts were disclosed in an unofficial biography.

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American celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain was coping with the difficulties of fame and heartache in the days before his death.

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The forthcoming unofficial book Down and Out in Paradise:

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he Life of Anthony Bourdain by journalist Charles Leerhsen features texts written by the late television celebrity

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he Life of Anthony Bourdain by journalist Charles Leerhsen features texts written by the late television celebrity

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that reveal his perspective before his death in France in June 2018.

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I despise my followers as well. I detest having fame

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I despise my work "According to an article from the New York Times

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Bourdain texted his ex-wife Ottavia Busia-Bourdain, who is also one of his close friends, the following.

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