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'Top Chef' judges highlight show's industry status ahead of delayed 24th season
Longtime judges Tom Colicchio and Gail Simmons discussed the cultural impact of 'Top Chef' and teased changes to the production timeline for season 24.
The short version
- Judge Tom Colicchio stated that winning 'Top Chef' has become as culturally significant to the culinary world as receiving a James Beard Award.
- Season 24 is scheduled to air in 2027 with host Kristen Kish and judges Colicchio and Gail Simmons returning.
- Filming for season 24 is starting a few months later than usual due to network scheduling, and the official location has not yet been announced.
Key facts
- 'Top Chef' is nominated for four Emmy Awards this year, including outstanding reality competition program and outstanding host for Kristen Kish.[The Hollywood Reporter]
- Season 23 took place in North Carolina and Greenville, South Carolina, and was won by chef Rhoda Magbitang.[The Hollywood Reporter]
- Bravo confirmed that Tom Colicchio, Gail Simmons, and Kristen Kish will return for season 24, which will air in 2027.[The Hollywood Reporter]
- Production on season 24 is being delayed by several months due to network-level programming decisions.[The Hollywood Reporter]
What remains uncertain
- The location for season 24 of 'Top Chef' has not yet been publicly disclosed by Bravo or the production team.[The Hollywood Reporter]
Sources
- Tom Colicchio Says ‘Top Chef’ Has Become as Important as a James Beard AwardThe Hollywood Reporter metered