TV chef Gary Rhodes’ family has revealed his cause of death in a new statement. Gary died on Tuesday in Dubai at the age of 59.
The statement said: “In order to end painful speculation surrounding the sudden passing of our beloved Gary Rhodes OBE, the Rhodes family can confirm that after a successful day shooting with Rock Oyster Media for ITV here in Dubai, Gary returned home in a very happy mood for a peaceful evening with his wife Jennie.
“After dinner, Gary unfortunately collapsed in their residence and was rushed to hospital but unfortunately passed away due to subdural hematoma.
“At this time, there are no other details and the family would again request privacy around this very tragic loss and again, thank friends and family for their ongoing support at this time.”
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The statement comes after Gary’s friend chef Vineet Bhatia, who owns restaurants in London and Dubai, told the Daily Mail that he had been told Gary had injured himself in the shower and then been rushed to hospital.
He said: “I have been told by friends in Dubai that he slipped and banged his head and was then taken to hospital.
“I wish I could have been there for him. He was such a lovely man. So friendly and enjoying his life.”
He added that Gary had told him “life couldn’t be better”.
“My heartfelt sympathies to his wife, kids, friends and family, sending love and thought.
“Gary was a fantastic chef and incredible ambassador for British cooking, he was a massive inspiration to me as a young chef.
“He reimagined modern British cuisine with elegance and fun. Rest in peace Chef.”
Dubai police have reportedly issued a statement that he died of “natural causes”.
