Nigella Lucy Lawson, commonly known as Nigella Lawson, is a British food writer and television celebrity chef.
After graduating from the prestigious Oxford University, Lawson pursued a career in journalism as a book reviewer and food critic.
In 1986, she became deputy literary editor of The Sunday Times, a prestigious British newspaper.
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- Full name: Nigella Lawson
- Date of birth: January 6, 1960
- Age: 64 years old
- Place of birth: Wandsworth, London, UK
- Nationality: British
- Occupation: Author
- Height: 1.7m
- Parents: Nigel Lawson, Vanessa Salmon
- Siblings: Thomasina Lawson, Dominic Lawson, Horatia Lawson, Emily Lawson, Tom Lawson
- Spouse: John Diamond, Charles Saatchi
- Children: Cosima Thomasina Diamond, Bruno Paul Diamond
- Relationship: Divorced
- Net worth: £14 million
Early life and education
Nigella Lucy Lawson was born on January 6, 1960 in Wandsworth, London, United Kingdom.
She was raised by her parents, Nigel Lawson and Vanessa Salmon, and grew up with her five siblings: Thomasina Lawson, Dominic Lawson, Horatia Lawson, Emily Lawson and Tom Lawson.
Lawson graduated from Oxford University with a degree in medieval and modern languages. Her ethnicity is Ashkenazi Jewish and her religion is Christian.
Career
After graduating from Oxford University, Nigella Lawson began her career as a book reviewer and food critic for The Spectator.
At the age of 26, she became deputy literary editor of the prestigious newspaper The Sunday Times. Lawson continued to freelance, writing for major publications such as Vogue and Bon Appétit.
In 1998, Lawson published her first best-selling cookbook, “How to Eat,” followed by the even more successful “How to be a Domestic Goddess” in 2000. In 1999, Lawson launched her first cooking show, “Nigella Bites,” which catapulted her to fame as a beloved television personality.
Lawson is known for her relaxed and fearless approach to cooking. She emphasizes the enjoyment of food over strict cooking rules and creates delicious meals for everyday occasions, not just special events. Interestingly, Lawson does not consider herself a “celebrity chef” and prefers to develop recipes based on her own preferences.
Now a millionaire author and television presenter, Nigella Lawson has published over fourteen cookbooks and hosted numerous cooking shows.
Her influence was not limited to recipes, but also sparked discussions about the role of women in the kitchen and home.
Awards and nominations
- British Book Award (2001): Author of the Year for “How to Be a Domestic Goddess”
- WHSmith Book Awards (2002): Lifestyle Book of the Year for “Nigella Bites” (after being shortlisted in 2001)
- Food Writers Association Award (2001): Television Broadcast of the Year for “Nigella Bites”
- World Food Media Awards (2001): Gold Ladle Best Food Television Programme for “Nigella Bites”
- World Food Media Awards (2007): Gold Ladle Best Food and/or Drink Television Programme for “Nigella’s Christmas Kitchen”
- Fortnum & Mason TV Personality of the Year (2016)
- Daytime Emmy Award (2008): Outstanding Lifestyle Host for “Nigella Express”
Social media
- Instagram Name: @nigellalawson
- Facebook Name: Nigella Lawson
- Twitter Username: @Nigella_Lawson
Personal life
Nigella Lawson, the famous British television personality and food writer, has a remarkable personal life.
She was married twice. Lawson was married to journalist John Diamond from 1992 until his death from cancer in 2001.
Their marriage produced two children: Cosima Thomasina Diamond and Bruno Paul Diamond. Lawson’s second marriage was to businessman Charles Saatchi, which lasted from 2003 until their divorce in 2013.
Net worth
Nigella Lawson, a famous British food writer and television personality, has an estimated net worth of around £14 million.
Her considerable wealth is the result of a successful and prolific career in the media industry.
