James Trevor "Jamie" Oliver is a well-known English chef and media personality, often referred to as The Naked Chef. He is famous for his food-focused television shows and his advocacy for healthy eating, particularly in schools. Oliver has used his platform to inspire millions of people to cook fresh, delicious meals from scratch and to improve their overall health and happiness through food.
Oliver was born in Essex, England, and developed an interest in cooking at a young age while working at his parents' pub, The Cricketers. After leaving school, he pursued a career as a chef, which led him to the River Café in London. It was there that he was discovered by a television production company, and the Naked Chef was born. Since then, Oliver has published 23 bestselling cookery books, all of which have accompanying TV shows.
In addition to his work in television and publishing, Oliver is also a passionate advocate for healthy eating. He has been campaigning to reduce childhood obesity and improve food education in schools for many years. Through his organization, he is leading a global food revolution aimed at creating a healthier and happier world through food. Despite his busy career, Oliver remains dedicated to his family and lives in London and Essex with his wife Jools and their children.