Padma Parvati Lakshmi (Tamil pronunciation: [ˈpɐd̪maː ˈlɐkʂmi]; née Vaidynathan; born September 1, 1970) is an American television host, model, author, businesswoman, and …

Dec 12, 2025 · Padma Lakshmi is an Indian-American fashion model, television personality, and author best known for her role as the host of the cooking competition show Top Chef and of …

Nov 10, 2025 · Born in Chennai, India, in 1970, she is the only child of a courageous mother who left an arranged marriage and moved to New York City, supporting them both as an oncology …

She is a producer and actress, known for Star Trek: Enterprise (2001), Glitter (2001) and Taste the Nation with Padma Lakshmi (2020). She was previously married to Salman Rushdie.

May 23, 2025 · Former Top Chef host Padma Lakshmi opens up about her new cookbook and being a mom. Read on for details.

Dec 25, 2025 · NPR's Leila Fadel and chef Padma Lakshmi make recipes from Lakshmi's book, "Padma's All American," which highlights foods made by immigrant communities that are also …

Padma is the creator, host, and executive producer of the critically acclaimed Hulu series Taste the Nation, which received a 2021 Critics Choice Real TV Award for Best Culinary Series and …

Mar 27, 2025 · Discover 29 fascinating facts about Padma Lakshmi, from her culinary achievements to her personal journey. Dive into her inspiring story!

Sep 3, 2025 · Padma Lakshmi turned 55 years old on Monday, Sept. 1, and celebrated her milestone birthday by rocking a tiny pink bikini on the beach.

Jul 22, 2010 · Padma Lakshmi is an Emmy-nominated food expert, television host, producer and best-selling New York Times author.