Julia Child
America’s First Lady of French Cuisine
Julia Child was a groundbreaking American chef, author, and television personality who is widely recognized for bringing French cuisine into the American mainstream. Born in 1912, she initially had no culinary background but discovered her passion for cooking while living in France with her husband, Paul Child. Her enrollment in the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu cooking school marked the beginning of an extraordinary culinary journey. Julia’s collaborative effort with Simone Beck and Louisette Bertholle led to the publication of Mastering the Art of French Cooking in 1961, a seminal cookbook that made complex French recipes accessible to the average American home cook. Beyond her literary success, Julia Child became a beloved television icon through her show The French Chef, which debuted in 1963. Her approachable, humorous, and unpretentious style made her a household name and endeared her to millions. Julia wasn’t just teaching recipes—she was inspiring a whole generation to find joy in cooking. Her influence transcended the kitchen, promoting cultural appreciation, persistence, and lifelong learning. Julia Child’s legacy remains strong today, with countless chefs and home cooks still drawing inspiration from her passion and authenticity. Background - Flicker profile - Wikimedia / By Lynn Gilberthttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/en:Lynn_Gilbert - File:Julia_Child_portrait_by_©Lynn_Gilbert,_1978.jpg, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=153411536
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Author ,
Television personality
Life Id : PL8613385454920
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Life Type : Person Life
Birth : 1912-Aug-15
Death : 2004-Aug-13 ( at the age of 91 )
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Updated On: 2025-11-21
17-Nov-2022
Smith College Names Julia McWilliams Child '34 Campus Center
26-Sep-2014
Featured in 'Celebrity Chefs Forever' Stamp Series
29-Jul-2009
Reunited Kitchen with Copper Pots
2007
Inducted into the National Women's Hall of Fame
13-Aug-2004
Julia Child's Death and Legacy
23-Jun-2003
Awarded the U.S. Presidential Medal of Freedom
2001
Daytime Emmy Award for Julia & Jacques Cooking at Home
2001
Child's Move to Retirement Community and House Donation
2001
Donation of Custom Kitchen to Smith College
19-Nov-2000
Presented with Knight of France's Legion of Honor
2000
Elected Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences
2000
Received Honorary Doctorate from Brown University
1997
Nominated for Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Service Show Host for Baking with Julia
1996
Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Service Show Host for In Julia's Kitchen with Master Chefs
1995
Establishment of The Julia Child Foundation for Gastronomy and Culinary Arts
1994
Emmy Nominated for Outstanding Informational Series for Cooking with Master Chefs
12-May-1994
Death of Husband, Paul Child
24-Nov-1993
Voiced 'Julia Bleeb' in 'We're Back! A Dinosaur's Adventure'
1992
Child's Memorable Five Days at Regaleali Winery in Sicily
20-Dec-1991
Julia Child's Legacy After Simone Beck's Passing
1990
Concern for Children's Food Education
1990
Kitchen Set for TV Shows
1990
Debate Over Child's Use of Butter and Cream in Cooking
1990
Television Series with Guest Chefs
1989
Publication of "The Way To Cook"
1980
National Book Award for 'Julia Child and More Company'
1980
Regular Appearances on Good Morning America
1980
Transformation of Views on Homosexuality During the AIDS Crisis
06-Aug-1972
First Program to be Captioned for the Deaf Audience
1972
Emmy Nomination for Special Classification of Outstanding Program and Individual Achievement
1970
Publishing 'Mastering the Art of French Cooking, Volume Two'
28-Feb-1968
Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Mastectomy
22-May-1966
Honored with an Emmy Award for "The French Chef"
1965
Peabody Award for The French Chef
1963
Building a Home in Provence
11-Feb-1963
Launched 'The French Chef' Regular Series
26-Jul-1962
French Chef's Summer Pilot Series Debut
1961
Appearance on a Book Review Show
1961
Publication of 'Mastering the Art of French Cooking'
1951
Established 'École des trois gourmandes'
1951
Graduation from Cordon Bleu Cooking School
1948
Couple Relocates to Paris for State Department Assignment
01-Sep-1946
Married Paul Child in Lumberville
1944
Child's Time in Kandy, Ceylon During World War II
1942
Joined the Office of Strategic Services
1934
Graduate from Smith College Majoring in History
15-Aug-1912
Birth of Julia Carolyn McWilliams
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