Celebrity chef Guy Fieri moved fans with a heartfelt Father’s Day tribute to his late dad, Jim Fieri, who passed away in 2024. The emotional Instagram post, shared on June 15, 2025, celebrated his father’s impact on his life and the lessons he continues to carry forward.
Guy opened up about the void left by his father’s absence, admitting he still reaches for the phone to call him before remembering he’s gone. Despite the pain, he expressed gratitude for the values his dad instilled in him—values he now works to pass down to his own children. “So much of who I am comes from him,” he wrote.
Fans responded warmly, flooding the comments with support. One wrote, “Your dad raised an incredible man. Happy Father’s Day!” Another added, “Sending love your way—he’d be so proud of you.”
Jim Fieri’s battle with pancreatic cancer was a defining chapter in Guy’s life. Though the disease is notoriously aggressive, Jim defied odds, surviving five years post-diagnosis. Guy often speaks about his father’s courage and how he used his experience to help others facing similar struggles.
Last year’s Father’s Day was particularly tough for Guy, but small moments—like a friend’s daughter asking him to be her godfather—brought unexpected joy. This year’s post showed that while grief doesn’t fade, love endures.
