Russell Norman leaves £1.4 million estate to estranged wife and children after tragic death
Russell Norman, a chef known for his role on BBC's Saturday Kitchen, passed away in November 2023 at age 57 after a cardiac arrest. He left behind £1.4 million in assets for his estranged wife, Jules, and their three children. His will, signed in 2013, specified that his estate should go to Jules, despite their separation. Norman also expressed wishes for cremation and for her to take over his business shares. An inquest revealed that Norman's death was a suicide by hanging, with indications of suicidal tendencies prior to his passing. His death prompted tributes from fans and colleagues, highlighting his impact on the culinary world.