James Kent, a Michelin-starred chef and a prominent figure in New York City's culinary scene, has died at the age of 45. Kent was known for his work at restaurants such as Crown Shy and Saga, both part of the Saga Hospitality Group. He played a significant role in the revival of the Financial District's dining scene. Kent's death was announced by his restaurants and hospitality group, and the cause of death is currently unknown, though it was later reported to be a heart attack. His career began at Eleven Madison Park, and he also ran the cocktail bar Overstory. His passing has left the culinary world in shock, with many colleagues and admirers expressing their grief and paying tribute to his legacy.
Investors saw him as “a multidimensional talent who’s primed to become the next great American restaurateur.” James Kent, who ran two restaurants, Crown Shy and Saga, and a cocktail bar, Overstory, died of a heart attack at 45. https://t.co/G1NY2zjbkb
Acclaimed NYC chef James Kent dies suddenly aged 45 as shocked co-workers cope with their loss: 'We are heartbroken' | Daily Mail Online https://t.co/Tzh6oFLhs3
New York City chef and restaurateur James Kent dies aged 45 https://t.co/IS8L2aSCmp https://t.co/ricCGFBpg3
James Kent, the famed chef behind some of New York's top restaurants, has died, his restaurants and hospitality group announced. https://t.co/TmVPG8DEkJ https://t.co/c2W4DMmcCu
The restaurant world was shocked to learn on Saturday that James Kent had died. All weekend, tributes spread across social media as the industry mourned the loss of one of its brightest stars. https://t.co/VmNXBHy9oZ
Acclaimed NYC chef dies suddenly aged 45 as shocked co-workers cope with their loss: 'We are heartbroken' https://t.co/sghDMiT6Wp https://t.co/wGBQY8qLdY
Famous NYC chef dies suddenly aged 45 as bereft co-workers share their shock https://t.co/XDxW9x4kMc https://t.co/Ou6XJOiaCI
Renowned New York Chef James Kent Dies At 45 https://t.co/rHslPdkRR6
James Kent, famous chef, dies suddenly. Even his own Instagram announcement said he died unexpectedly. No cause of death has been given. Can you guess what he had in common with the others? #RIP #TheWEF #DiedSuddenly #MillionsAreDeadSuddenly.MustBeABigCoincidence. https://t.co/plwlmWmT17
Heartbreaking. A brilliant chef and NYC cooking icon dies at 45. https://t.co/toAQ6eg4an
James Kent, the famed chef behind some of New York's top restaurants, has died, his restaurants and hospitality group announced. He was 45. https://t.co/tT0YID3vf6
James Kent, the famed chef behind some of New York's top restaurants, has died, his restaurants and hospitality group announced on Saturday. https://t.co/spaE0YSPIu
James Kent, One of New York's Most Celebrated Chefs, Has Died... https://t.co/lJwvYUD8Mk
🚨MICHELIN-STARRED CHEF JAMES KENT DEAD AT 45 Michelin-starred chef James Kent, 45, has died. His Saga Hospitality Group, known for FiDi restaurants like Crown Shy and Saga, was set to oversee new eateries at One Wall Street. The cause of death is unknown. Kent leaves… https://t.co/fqQxuehLgI
Michelin-starred chef James Kent, who spearheaded the FiDi area's culinary revival, dead at 45 https://t.co/UA7vj52otf https://t.co/zqmjjRAz7C
Michelin-starred chef James Kent, who spearheaded the FiDi area’s culinary revival, dead at 45 https://t.co/WY9H3pLxzy https://t.co/8iWkQHXj6q
James Kent, N.Y.C. Chef of Saga and Crown Shy, Dead at 45: 'Heartbroken' https://t.co/FurZn62IlK
Yesterday we lost James Kent, one of the brightest lights shining in the hospitality industry. An honor to watch him blossom early on as sous chef at Eleven Madison Park, and then to see him blaze a path as an exceptional chef, restaurateur and mentor to so many. RIP, dear James.