Chef, restaurateur, New York Times Best-Selling author, and Emmy Award-winning TV host Guy Fieri is one of the world’s most recognizable and influential culinary stars. In 2019, Guy received a star on the celebrated Hollywood Walk of Fame, a rare feat for a chef. This year’s Best Buddies Gala: Miami and Champion of the Year: South Florida will honor Celebrity Chef and Best Buddies Global Ambassador Guy Fieri with the Spirit of Leadership award.

Guy Fieri has always been committed to teaching life skills in the culinary arts through his foundation. He has been an invaluable partner with Best Buddies and has helped empower Jobs participants to gain culinary employment skills. Through his cousin Dougie, he has a personal connection to Best Buddies and believes that the partnership makes a difference in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Guy believes that giving back is one of the most important things you can do. “I was raised to always help my community and the people that need help, and to participate. You have to be an active member of society.”