Chef Damu, a well-known Tamil food personality, who brought the rich flavors of Tamil Nadu to television, died at the age of 72. He was a judge on Cooku With Comali, a Guinness World Record holder, and awarded the Padma Shri. His his death has been sorrowfully remembered by fellow chefs and fans. Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister Vijay sent his sympathies, and Chef Sanjeev Kapoor remembered Chef Damu, honoring his 'ever-smiling, cheerful demeanor'.