Chef Kevin Gillespie, who originally appeared on season six of Top Chef, has an interesting and powerful story that deeply informs his personal and professional life. Following his initial appearance on Top Chef, Gillespie went on to become a seriously decorated chef, opening five restaurants and becoming a six-time James Beard Award nominee. But of course, life always throws a curveball. About a year and a half before his appearance on the current Top Chef season, Kevin was diagnosed with cancer. He spent a year in treatment fighting the disease before, fortunately, recovering. In the opening episode, Kevin says that the reason he is competing on the show at all is to, “prove I’m not dead.” Inspiring, to say the least.
Watch Spotting Chef Kevin Gillespie Wearing A Tudor Pelagos On Bravo’s ‘Top Chef’
