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Emeril Lagasse is known for his hit Food Network shows Emeril Live and Emeril’s Essence. He graduated from Johnson and Wales Culinary School. In 1979 he became the executive chef at Dunfey’s Hyannis Resort. He began to receive real recognition when he became the executive chef at the Commander’s Palace in New Orleans. Lagasse’s jovial personality and catch phrases, “Kick it up a notch” and “Bamsi,” made him a household name. In 2009, Lagasse became a judge on Bravo’s Top Chef. He made a guest appearance on Jon & Kate Plus Eight and was the voice of Marlon the Gator in Disney’s The Princess and the Frog. His net worth is estimated to be $50 million.
