Exploring the Cast Members of Hell’s Kitchen Season 23

2024/09/27

Hell’s Kitchen is back for its 23rd season, introducing an exciting new competition format beloved by fans. The season premiered on FOX on September 26, 2024, featuring the theme “Head Chefs Only.”This time around, 18 skilled head chefs from various culinary backgrounds are ready to showcase their talent and leadership skills in the kitchen.

Hosted by the renowned Chef Gordon Ramsay, the season promises to elevate these culinary experts as they compete in the Signature Dish Challenge, along with their first dinner service. For the inaugural time, the show is set at the Foxwoods Resort Casino on the East Coast.

Introducing the Contestants of Hell’s Kitchen Season 23

1. Amanda Currie

Amanda Currie (Image via Instagram/@chefamandacurrie)

Age: 39
Hometown: Orlando, Florida
Executive Chef

2. Amber Evans

Amber Evans (Image via Instagram/@chefamberevans)

Age: 32
Hometown: Palm Springs, CA
Head Chef

3. Ann Marie Stauber

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Age: 34
Hometown: Highlands Ranch, CO
Executive Chef

4. Anthony Joevo

Anthony Joevo (Image via Hell's Kitchen Wiki website) — Anthony Joevo (Image via Hell’s Kitchen Wiki website)

Age: 28
Hometown: Sacramento, CA
Executive Chef

5. Brandon Kerr

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Age: 34
Hometown: Arvada, CO
Executive Chef

6. Brittany Ellsworth

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Age: 37
Hometown: Homer, AL
Executive Chef

7. Corbin Emilio

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Age: 36
Hometown: Appleton, WI
Executive Chef

8. Egypt Davis

Egypt Davis (Image via Instagram/@the_bizzychef)

Age: 31
Hometown: Chicago, IL
Executive Banquet Chef

9. Hannah Flora

Hannah Flora(Image via Instagram/@epicurean_appetite)

Age: 31
Hometown: Boynton Beach, FL
Country Club Executive Chef

10. Joe Tartamalla

Joe Tartamalla (Image via Instagram/@chefjoetartamella_)

Age: 35
Hometown: Staten Island, New York
Executive Chef

11. Kyle Timpson

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Age: 29
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Executive Chef

12. Lulu Dangerfield

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Age: 36
Hometown: Jacksonville, FL
Executive Chef

13. Magali Ort

Magali Ort (Image via Instagram/@chefmaags)

Age: 28
Hometown: Hartford City, IN
Executive Chef

14. Meghan Ellis

Meghan Ellis (Image via Instagram/@chefmeghan86)

Age: 37
Hometown: Honolulu, HI
Executive Chef

15. Michael Lovano

Michael Lovano (Image via Instagram/@chef_michael_lovano)

Age: 27
Hometown: Hudson, OH
Executive Chef

16. Shant Halajian

Shant Halajian (Image via Instagram/@therealchefshant)

Age: 29
Hometown: Glendale, CA
Executive Chef

17. Uri Elbaum

Uri Elbaum (Image via Instagram/@chef.uri.elbaum)

Age: 27
Hometown: Long Branch, NJ
Executive Chef

18. Whit Thomas

Whit Thomas (Image via Instagram/@chefwhitneythomas)

Age: 35
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Head Chef

Recap of the Previous Season

Season 22 of the popular American reality show, Hell’s Kitchen, titled “Hell’s Kitchen: The American Dream,”debuted on Fox on September 28, 2023, and wrapped up on January 25, 2024.

As with previous seasons, Chef Gordon Ramsay continued as the host and head chef, with Christina Wilson serving as the Red Team’s sous-chef and Jason Santos as the Blue Team’s sous-chef. Marino Monferrato returned as maître d’.

This season was significant as it marked the final filming in California before relocating to the East Coast in Season 23. The season concluded with Ryan O’Sullivan emerging as the winner, notably the first Hell’s Kitchen champion from outside the United States.

Get a Glimpse of Hell’s Kitchen Season 23 Premiere

In a groundbreaking move, Hell’s Kitchen is now set on the East Coast at the Foxwoods Resort Casino. The season starts with a recap of last season, highlighting Ryan O’Sullivan’s victory over Johnathan Benvenuti. Kicking off with the Signature Dish Challenge, the competing chefs, assisted by the U.S. Coast Guard, will showcase their culinary prowess for a chance to lead the kitchen at Hell’s Kitchen Foxwoods Resort Casino and win a grand prize of $250,000.

Each chef is given 40 minutes to present their top dish, and excitement builds as tensions escalate following an injury to Brittany. Nonetheless, seven contestants impress with perfect scores, revealing the fierce competition. The episode concludes with Chef Ramsay dramatically igniting a fire using a flamethrower, leaving viewers eager for the next episode with a “To Be Continued”note.

Don’t miss the exciting premiere of Hell’s Kitchen Season 23. Tune in to Fox every Thursday at 8/7c to watch Chef Gordon Ramsay challenge these 18 talented head chefs.

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