Ted Allen
Television host and cookbook author
Born
May 20th, 1965
60 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Associated with food and cooking media, this figure hosted the television show 'Queer Eye for the Straight Guy' and served as a judge on 'Chopped.' The role in 'Queer Eye for the Straight Guy' contributed to modern lifestyle programming by focusing on personal transformation. Additionally, authored several cookbooks that reflect a passion for culinary arts and entertaining.
Hosted 'Queer Eye for the Straight Guy'
Judged on 'Chopped'
Authored multiple cookbooks
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