How did Bill Granger die? Top Australian chef's cause of death is revealed
Bill Granger, the renowned Aussie chef, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. The 54-year-old had received the diagnosis several months ago and eventually succumbed to the illness on Christmas Day, surrounded by his family at the hospital.
The family shared that the beloved chef passed away 'peacefully.'
'A dedicated husband and father, Bill died peacefully in the hospital with his wife Natalie Elliott and three daughters, Edie, Inès, and Bunny, at his bedside in their adopted home of London.
His absence will be deeply felt, particularly by his cherished family, who express gratitude for the love and support they have received.'
Born in Melbourne, Australia, Granger was a self-taught cook who evolved into a globally acclaimed restaurateur and food writer, enjoying a career spanning over 30 years."
"In 1999, Bill Granger and his wife, Natalie, embarked on a professional journey that propelled their business to global success. Together, they established a thriving enterprise with 19 restaurants spanning Sydney, London, Greater Tokyo, Osaka, Fukuoka, and Seoul.
Bill, a prolific figure, authored 14 cookbooks, created five TV series, and received the Medal of the Order of Australia in January 2023. Known as the 'King of Breakfast,' he transformed humble food into something extraordinary and played a pivotal role in promoting Australian informal and communal dining worldwide.
Following Granger's sudden demise, an outpouring of grief emerged from the Australian and international food community. Nigella Lawson expressed heartbreak, extending love to Bill's family. Jamie Oliver, deeply saddened by the news, described Granger as a 'wonderful human' who crafted exceptional cuisine.
'I admired everything he represented in food. I remember the first time I met him many moons ago; he couldn't have been nicer, and his food was so good. Sending so much love to all his family. Rest in peace, Bill; he will be sorely missed.'
Bill Granger Chef, dies aged 54
Sydney chef and Netflix star Mark Best paid tribute to Granger, describing him as a 'gorgeous man leaving behind a beautiful family.' Chef Sean Moran acknowledged Granger's significant contribution to the global culinary stage, expressing gratitude for putting Australian food in the spotlight.
'Way too soon. What a class act you were, Bill. Thank you for everything you have done to put Australian food on a global stage. You will be greatly missed. Heartfelt love to dearest Nat and your beautiful girls.'
MasterChef Australia host Matt Preston expressed his sadness upon hearing the news of Mr. Granger's passing. 'Bill was a genuinely lovely bloke and an inspiration. Together, he (with Natalie by his side) helped shape the image of modern Australian food around the world,' he said. 'My thoughts are with his family, friends, and all those he worked with at this sad time.'
Australian media personality and TV presenter Deborah Hutton, 62, paid a touching tribute to Granger, emphasizing his much-loved scrambled eggs. 'OMG …this is such terrible news. Heartbreaking,' Hutton wrote. 'What a sweetheart he was…creating the first communal table at Darlo and perfecting humble scrambled eggs. My love and condolences to Nat and the kids…unbearable for them.'
The Block judge Neale Whitaker also mourned the loss of the revered food writer. 'This is such terribly sad news. Bill defined an era in food for so many of us in Sydney and beyond,' Whitaker said. 'Sending much love to Natalie, Edie, Ines, Bunny, and Bill's extended family. Vale Bill Granger.
In a heartfelt post, Australian actor and singer Jason Donovan described Mr. Granger as a 'kind, gentle soul.' 'Devastating. Beautiful man. A ray of Aussie sunshine always in our adopted Notting Hill Neighborhood,' Donovan wrote. 'My thoughts are with Nat, Edie, Ines, and Bunny. Peace, my friend.'
Granger's passing elicited sorrow even in his 'adopted' home of the UK. British TV presenter and wine expert Olly Smith expressed condolences, saying, 'Love to you all. Here's to Bill, the rarest of gentle gems.
London chef and author Nina Parker expressed deep sadness, saying, 'So, so sad to hear this news of Bill. The food world has lost a very special chef.' UK online food creator Elly Curshen added, 'Such sad news. What a legacy.'
Swazi-English actor Richard E Grant was at a loss for words and chose to convey his shock through a string of broken heart emojis in response to the announcement.
MasterChef Australia host Matt Preston, reiterating his sorrow, stated, 'Bill was a genuinely lovely bloke and an inspiration. Together he (with Natalie by his side) helped shape the image of modern Australian food around the world. My thoughts are with his family, friends, and all those he worked with at this sad time.'
The Block judge Neale Whitaker joined in mourning the loss of the revered food writer, saying, 'This is such terribly sad news. Bill defined an era in food for so many of us in Sydney and beyond. Sending much love to Natalie, Edie, Ines, Bunny, and Bill's extended family. Vale Bill Granger.
The esteemed global restaurateur and food writer, remembered as the 'King of Breakfast,' left art school at 21 to establish his first 'bills' restaurant in Sydney's Darlinghurst in 1992.
Bill Granger's culinary innovation included the popularization of a breakfast staple that came to define a generation—the humble avocado on toast. The Washington Post credited Granger's Darlinghurst cafe as the first 'recorded sighting' of avocado on toast in 1993. Facing limited trading hours from 7 am to 4 pm, Granger introduced breakfast to cover expenses.
Granger achieved recognition as the pioneer to include the avocado on toast recipe in a cookbook, a move he initially found 'silly.' His Darlinghurst cafe garnered acclaim for perfecting scrambled eggs over decades.
In 2002, the New York Times hailed Granger as 'the egg master of Sydney,' lauding the scrambled eggs at his restaurant as 'light as the breath of an angel.' Priced at $16.50 and served with sourdough toast, the classic breakfast item became a hallmark at bills.
Granger shared the secret to the perfect scrambled eggs, emphasizing the use of free-range eggs and ample cream (or skim milk for fluffiness). He once wrote on Instagram, 'The secret to our super creamy scrambled eggs? Move quick on the pan - and don't hold out on the cultured butter.
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