30 Photos of Anthony Bourdain That Prove He's Always Been a Badass

Anthony Bourdain's career began in the kitchen. He worked in New York's restaurant world for more than 20 years, starting in 1978 and culminating with his appointment to executive chef of the French restaurant Les Halles. His life as an author, TV personality, producer, and de facto ambassador for Brazilian jiu jitsu didn't begin until the early 2000s. Here's a look at the evolution of Bourdain's career.