Anthony Bourdain‘s fans wantParts Unknownto remain on Netflix.
The late chef’s beloved Emmy and Peabody Award-winning show, which premiered in 2013, explored cuisines and cultures off the radar of many Americans. Seasons 1-8 are currently available on Netflix, but are slated to be removed on Saturday as part of the streaming service’s regular rotation.
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Over the weekend, fans launched anonline petitioncalling on Netflix to work out a licensing agreement with CNN in order to keep the series available. The petition has garnered more than 1,800 signatures thus far. (Netflix did not immediately respond to PEOPLE’s request for comment.)
“Anthony Bourdain is an iconic chef, an insightful author, an inimitable human,” says petition starter Tanner Palin. “Those who see his show understand that all of us, from across countries, classes, cultures, or creeds are far more alike, than we are different…Bourdain lived life like he treated so many of the dishes he consumed. By gnawing it to the bone. So many of us could learn to live just a little more like that. Netflix, this show isn’t just entertaining. It is heartwarming, it is honest and it benefits human kind. Please keep it on the air.”
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The two remaining episodes this season will feature Mardi Gras and Bhutan.
And Travel Channel announced Monday that it’s airing encores ofAnthony Bourdain: No Reservationsevery Tuesday night through July 3 at 10 p.m. and 11 p.m. ET.
French policeconfirmed to PEOPLEthat Bourdain was found at a luxury hotel in Kayersberg called Le Chambard, noting that “at this stage, nothing suggests the intervention of a third party.”
“It is with extraordinary sadness we can confirm the death of our friend and colleague, Anthony Bourdain,” the network said in a statement. “His love of great adventure, new friends, fine food and drink and the remarkable stories of the world made him a unique storyteller. His talents never ceased to amaze us and we will miss him very much. Our thoughts and prayers are with his daughter and family at this incredibly difficult time.”
New episodes ofAnthony Bourdain: Parts Unknownair Sundays at 9 p.m. ET on CNN.
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source: people.com
