Celebrities react to Anthony Bourdain's suicide

Hollywood mourned after learning that chef and television star Anthony Bourdain, 61, was found dead by a friend and colleague in his hotel room in France on June 8. Authorities classified his death as a suicide, and CNN, which aired his beloved show "Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown," confirmed the heartbreaking news. "His love of great adventure, new friends, fine food and drink and the remarkable stories of the world made him a unique storyteller," the network said in a statement. "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." Here's how Hollywood reacted to the death of the man the Smithsonian once called "the original rock star" of the culinary world…

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"Anthony gave all of himself in everything that he did. His brilliant, fearless spirit touched and inspired so many, and his generosity knew no bounds. He was my love, my rock, my protector. I am beyond devastated. My thoughts are with his family. I would ask that you respect their privacy and mine." –Anthony Bourdain's partner Asia Argento

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"Anthony was a dear friend. He was an exceptional human being, so inspiring and generous. One of the great storytellers of our time who connected with so many. I wish him peace. My love and prayers are with his family, friends and loved ones." –chef and colleague Eric Ripert — who discovered Anthony's body on June 8 — in a statement to People magazine

"Stunned and saddened by the loss of Anthony Bourdain. 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 US:1-800-273-TALK UK: 116 123" –celebrity chef and TV star Gordon Ramsay

"Anthony. One of my idols. Unapologetic, passionate and one of the best storytellers on the planet. Thank you for making food so exciting. And always standing up for everything right. Horrible. Why why why. Be at peace now :(" –model, food and cookbook author Chrissy Teigen

"RIP doubtful. Tony's restless spirit will roam the earth in search of justice, truth and a great bowl of noodles." –celebrity chef Tom Colicchio

"Heartbroken to hear about Tony Bourdain's death. Unbearable for his family and girlfriend. Am going off twitter for a while" –celebrity chef Nigella Lawson

"Im so angry this morning. Life is f—ing hard and crazy and Tony I love you. Im wearing your boots that I never wore because they were yours, and going to work. Everyone should hug some extra people today. My heart is heavy." –celebrity chef Andrew Zimmern

"When I traveled to some exotic place I'd not been before -the last were Beirut and Amman- I'd text Bourdain & ask where I should eat. He gave the best, most fun recommendations. I'd like to think he's scouting out the best watering holes and places to eat in heaven, right now." –political commentator Ana Navarro

"Anthony I am so mad at you. You were so loved, the world is not better without you. I have a message for those considering suicide as a solution to a temporary problem. Please call a hotline. Please reach out. Asia needed you, Anthony. We needed you. Please come back." –actress and activist Rose McGowan

"My heart is broken for my sweet friend @AsiaArgento. … Anthony Bourdain… Sending all of my love and thoughts to Anthony Bourdain's loved ones." –actress Olivia Munn

"My heart breaks for Tony Bourdain. May he rest in peace now. He was a friend, a collaborator, and family. A huge personality, a giant talent, a unique voice, and deeply, deeply human. My heart goes out to his daughter and family, and his longtime partners and friends at ZPZ… Anthony was a major MeToo supporter. He strongly defended our rights; he spoke up publicly for us. He was that vital male partner. I am humbled and forever grateful that one of his last major projects was believing in and becoming EP of my recent CNN series on the lives of women." –journalist Christiane Amanpour

"Damn it, Tony. Why? I'll always love you, pal. Always be grateful. Never gonna stop wondering why, though. My heart is with you, wherever you are. Sending strength to your daughter. Thank you, thank you – a thousand thousand thank you's for everything." –former "Man v. Food" host Adam Richman

"Incredibly sad news about Anthony Bourdain. Sending such love to his family, including his CNN family, who must be hurting terribly today. If you or someone you know may be considering suicide, please remember, help is right here: Nat'l Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255… Also thinking of [his partner] @AsiaArgento today. Keep her in your prayers. Rest In Peace Anthony Bourdain." –journalist Megyn Kelly

"RIP Anthony @Bourdain. #Hanoi" –former President Barack Obama

"Bourdain's exceptional writing made this one formerly picky, fearful eater very brave and want to try everything and I'll always be grateful for him and the worlds he opened" –composer, playwright and actor Lin-Manuel Miranda

"Tony Bourdain: generous with his food, his heart, his support and his story. The one breakfast I had with him was so full that I've feasted on it for years. A brilliant bard of the underbelly who connected us all to worlds we didn't understand. We need him now more than ever… This is someone who touched people across every perceived divide. Kind and just and naughty and wise. Heart breaks for his family, biological and chosen. We love you Tony." –actress and screenwriter Lena Dunham

"Maybe we all wanted to hang out with him. He was that cool, fun, frank, insightful. He introduced us to distant lands and to people with different traditions. And without ever preaching, he reminded us that we humans are far more alike than different. Thank you Anthony Bourdain" –actress Mia Farrow

"This is utterly heartbreaking. Thank you for opening our eyes to parts of the world both cherished and unknown. What a legacy. Sending peace and love to his family. If you or someone you love needs help, please reach out or call 1-800-273-TALK." –actress Mandy Moore

"Anthony was devoted not only to @AsiaArgento but to the justice she and other Weinstein survivors were denied for so long. His righteous anger and his 'small, random acts of kindness and sincerity' is what I will remember most about him." –journalist Jake Tapper

"Just saw the sad news that Anthony Bourdain has died. I watched his show when I was in space. It made me feel more connected to the planet, its people and cultures and made my time there more palatable. He inspired me to see the world up close. #RIPAnthonyBourdain" –astronaut Scott Kelly

"A friend of @StarTalkRadio. A friend of Food & Culture. A friend to us all. Anthony Bourdain, RIP. (1956-2018)… As @NASA searches for life on Mars, we lose the life of beloved Anthony Bourdain on Earth. Implicit and explicit reminders of how precious life is, anywhere in the universe." –astrophysicist and host Neil deGrasse Tyson

"We have lost one of the greatest storytellers in the world Anthony Bourdain. He took us around the world sharing food culture and mostly the connection between people. He will be missed." –TV host Ryan Seacrest

"I am shocked and deeply saddened. RIP to a father, partner, chef, writer, and incredibly talented man. @Bourdain Prayers for his loved ones." –"Queer Eye" star Antoni Porowski

"I cannot comprehend the news that #anthonybourdain is dead from an apparent suicide. I am truly stunned and lost. An incredible genius gone far too soon. This one really hurts… If you or anyone you know is struggling and needs help please reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Hotline – 1 (800) 273-8255. You do not have to do this alone." –actor Josh Gad

"Cannot believe the sad news about @Bourdain… The king of cool!" –music artist Boy George

"National Suicide Hotline 1 800 273 8255 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." –comedian and actor Patton Oswalt

"Another heartbreaking loss.. you are and will always be one of my idols Anthony Bourdain.. watching your show always brought me such happiness. Thoughts and prayers are with your family now…" –actress Lea Michele

"Grief. The pain we feel can be unimaginable. I am sorry #anthonybourdain lived in this place at the end. May angels hover. May we all find a way out of the darkest places. I am sorry to all those who loved him." –actress Selma Blair

"Heartbroken over Anthony Bourdain. He was a kind person. This world doesn't make sense today." –actress Emmy Rossum

"Anthony Bourdain lived in a way that most of us should. A seeker of the unknown & a man who exposed magnificent parts of the world to us through our TVs. I don't even know what to say, this makes me so damn sad. I truly loved him & what he stood for." –actress Lucy Hale

"According to AFSP, there are nearly 45,000 suicides every year in the US. Shocking. I was saddened to hear of the deaths of Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain. RIP. It illustrates that success is not immune to depression. We all need to be more aware of our friends who are suffering" –actor Bryan Cranston

"another pioneer lost. #RIP" –actress Debra Messing

"A deeply decent and talented person is no longer with us. Such a sad, sad day. We all have #partsunknown #anthonybourdain" –actress Stephanie March

"Truly devastated about @Bourdain. I have no words. Please if you need help, reach out. Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255" –actress Busy Philipps

"Deeply saddened by the losses we've had this week. Kate Spade, now Anthony Bourdain, and who knows how many others in the world. Hopefully these tragedies open up the conversations of mental illness even more. " –country music singer Cassadee Pope

"Rest n Peace Anthony Bourdain. My heart aches for his daughter n family left to pick up the pieces. I'm getting weary going through this ritual of morning and bewilderment. Depression is a roaring beast devouring so many good souls among us. So so sad…" –comedian David Alan Grier

"Shocked by the terrible loss of Anthony Bourdain. Why is it always the best of us?" –musician Steven Van Zandt

"EVERYONE is going through something. Most times we never know how bad or how dark. Talk to people, be kind to people & be grateful for every moment we're here together. This world is hard. Anthony touched so many lives in his short 61 years and I'm thankful for his selflessness." –actor Kevin McHale