Chrissy Teigen, Gordon Ramsay and More Mourn Death of Anthony Bourdain: 'Be at Peace Now'

Anthony Bourdain‘s death has left his community of fans in the entertainment world reeling.

“Anthony. One of my idols. Unapologetic, passionate and one of the best storytellers on the planet,” tweetedChrissy Teigen. “Thank you for making food so exciting. And always standing up for everything right. Horrible. Why why why. Be at peace now.”

“He brought the world into our homes and inspired so many people to explore cultures and cities through their food. Remember that help is a phone call away.”

“I am shocked and deeply saddened,” tweetedQueer Eye‘s Antoni Porowski. “RIP to a father, partner, chef, writer, and incredibly talented man Prayers for his loved ones.”

“I have to say I’m in total shock to hear that the amazing @anthonybourdain has just died,”Jamie Oliverwrote on Instagram. “He really broke the mould, pushed the culinary conversation and was the most brilliant writer….he leaves chefs and fans around the world with a massive foodie hole that simply can’t be replaced…..rest in peace chef. Thoughts and love to all his family and close friends.”

Patrick Carney ofthe Black Keys, the hard-driving rock duo that appeared in a 2012 episode ofNo Reservations, offered PEOPLE his words on Bourdain. “He was highly relatable and was the same person both on screen and off. He had a unique point of view and wasn’t afraid to speak his mind. We felt a connection to him because he lived a musicians lifestyle, waking up in different places and connecting through culture with people around the world. So like everyone else, to wake up to this news today is upsetting and sad. We’ve lost a true ambassador.”

ActressStephanie Marchremembered Bourdain as “a deeply decent and talented person is no longer with us.”

“Such a sad, sad day,” she said. “We all have #partsunknown.”

Kelly also issued her condolences to Bourdain’s girlfriend Asia Argento — “Keep her in your prayers” — as well asOlivia Munn, who tweeted: “My heart is broken for my sweet friend @AsiaArgento.”

“Heartbroken over Anthony Bourdain,” tweetedEmmy Rossum. “He was a kind person. This world doesn’t make sense today.”

Patton Oswalttweeted the number for the national suicide hotline, writing: “I’ve brushed up against this darkness and I know it’s a tempting exit but REACH OUT to ANYONE. Stay on this side of it — in the light and warmth. Where you get to try again, every day.”

Chef and Food Network star Geoffrey Zakarian issued the following statement to PEOPLE: “I am just devastated. He was such a leader for us in so many ways both in and out of the kitchen. It’s a sad day.”

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Chef Dominique Ansel commemorated Bourdain on Instagram, writing: “A chef’s chef, a brilliant storyteller, and an incredible mind who opened up the entire world to us through food and the people he met along the way. RIP @anthonybourdain, you will be missed.”

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A Strasbourg police spokesperson confirmed Bourdain’s death to PEOPLE, but could not provide additional comment.

“It is with extraordinary sadness we can confirm the death of our friend and colleague, Anthony Bourdain,” the network said in a statement. “His love of great adventure, new friends, fine food and drink and the remarkable stories of the world made him a unique storyteller. His talents never ceased to amaze us and we will miss him very much. Our thoughts and prayers are with his daughter and family at this incredibly difficult time.”

If you or someone you know is considering suicide, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255).

source: people.com