Biopic 'Tony' About Anthony Bourdain in Development

A biopic titled 'Tony' about the life of late celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain is in development, with Dominic Sessa, known for his role in 'The Holdovers', in talks to portray Bourdain. Production studio A24 is negotiating to acquire the project from Star Thrower Entertainment, with Matt Johnson set to direct and a script written by Todd Bartels and Lou Howe. The film's scope regarding which parts of Bourdain's life it will cover remains unclear. Bourdain, who rose to fame with his book 'Kitchen Confidential', became a significant figure in the culinary world with shows like 'No Reservations' and 'Parts Unknown' before his tragic death in 2018. Reactions from Bourdain's family and close friends about this new portrayal have yet to be disclosed, following mixed feelings surrounding previous adaptations of his life. The film aims to explore Bourdain's complex legacy and influence in both food and media.