Obituary of Craig Claiborne

Craig Claiborne

Craig Claiborne (born September 4, 1920 in Sunflower, Mississippi) was a businessperson, journalist, and author who was best known for being a long-time food editor and restaurant critic for The New York Times. Claiborne was also the author of various cookbooks. Craig died on January 22, 2000 and his death was because of unspecified illness. He died at age 79.

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Craig Claiborne Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Claiborne, Craig
Common Name: Craig Claiborne
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: Sunflower, Mississippi, United States
Birth Date: September 04, 1920
Age: 79 (at death)
Occupations:
Active Years: 1957-2000

Net Worth: $1-$5 million
Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
Favorite Color: Cyan
Favorite Scent: English Laundry Oxford Bleu
Favorite Actor: Gary Cooper

Craig's Family Tree

Birth Name: Craig Claiborne
Father: Lewis Edmund Claiborne
Mother:
Spouse/Partner:
Not Married - Single - Dating?

Death Notice:

Date: January 22 2000 at age 79
Place: New York City, New York, United States
Cause of Death: Unspecified illness

Category Tags:

Businessperson Journalist Author American Born on September 4th Born in 1920 Born in Mississippi Died in 2000 Died at age 79 Died from Unspecified illness

Quotable Quotes:

"Craig Claiborne was a man of many parts and many talents. He was also a highly accomplished designer, having won many awards in his field. (V)"

"Claiborne was a culinary legend whose infectious passion for food and impeccable taste continue to inspire and delight food lovers around the world even after his passing. (V)"

"Craig Claiborne was a highly influential food critic and journalist, known for his refined palate and extensive knowledge of international cuisine, until his passing. (V)"

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