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

Dec 25, 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 …

Padma Lakshmi is an Emmy-nominated producer, television host, food expert, and a New York Times best-selling author. She is the creator, host, and executive producer of the critically …

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.

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 …

2M Followers, 2,863 Following, 574 Posts - Padma Lakshmi (@padmalakshmi) on Instagram: "My new cookbook, PADMA’S ALL AMERICAN is on sale now!"

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

Jan 4, 2026 · Padma, a key figure in various contexts within Jainism, represents multiple concepts. It can denote one of Bhima's consorts, the daughter of a king, and a geographical …

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

Oct 30, 2025 · Padma Lakshmi was determined to never host a cooking competition ever again. But after taking a few days to relax by a beach, she was heading off to film America’s Culinary …