Former President Barack Obama’s personal chef, Tafari Campbell, was tragically found dead after a two-day search in Martha’s Vineyard. Campbell, 45, was seen struggling and going under the water while paddleboarding in Edgartown Great Pond near the Obamas’ home on Sunday night. He had been a sous chef at the White House and joined the Obama family after the former president’s second term ended in 2016.
In a joint statement, Barack and Michelle Obama expressed their grief over Campbell’s passing, describing him as a beloved part of their family. They praised his creativity and passion for food, highlighting his ability to bring people together. The Obamas also remembered Campbell as a warm, fun, and extraordinarily kind person who brightened their lives.
Divers began searching for Campbell on Sunday after receiving a distress call about a male paddleboarder struggling in the water. Unfortunately, he did not resurface. Campbell’s body was recovered from Edgartown Great Pond on Monday, according to the Massachusetts State Police.
Campbell is survived by his wife, Sherise, and their twin sons. At the time of his death, he was visiting Martha’s Vineyard from his home in Dumfries, Virginia. The Obamas were not present during the incident, as confirmed by the Massachusetts State Police.
Authorities are currently investigating Campbell’s death. The loss of the talented chef has left a void in the lives of those who knew him, including the Obamas, who considered him an integral part of their family.
Reporting by Sharon Bernstein; Editing by Lincoln Feast
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Tragic News: Former President Obama’s Personal Chef Found Dead
In a heartbreaking turn of events, Tafari Campbell, the personal chef of former President Barack Obama, was tragically discovered dead after a two-day search in Martha’s Vineyard. The 45-year-old chef was last seen struggling and disappearing beneath the water while paddleboarding in Edgartown Great Pond near the Obamas’ home on Sunday evening. Campbell had been a talented sous chef at the White House and had joined the Obama family after the former president’s second term came to an end in 2016.
Expressing their profound sorrow, Barack and Michelle Obama released a joint statement mourning the loss of Campbell. They described him as a beloved member of their family and lauded his creativity and passion for food, emphasizing his remarkable ability to bring people together. The Obamas fondly remembered Campbell’s warm, fun-loving nature and extraordinary kindness that had brightened their lives.
On Sunday, divers began a search for Campbell after receiving a distress call regarding a paddleboarder struggling in the water. Tragically, he did not resurface. On Monday, Campbell’s body was recovered from Edgartown Great Pond, as reported by the Massachusetts State Police.
Campbell leaves behind his wife, Sherise, and their twin sons. At the time of his untimely demise, he was visiting Martha’s Vineyard from his home in Dumfries, Virginia. The Obamas were not present during the incident, as confirmed by the Massachusetts State Police.
Authorities are presently investigating Campbell’s death. The loss of this talented chef has created a void in the lives of those who knew him, including the Obamas, who considered him an integral part of their family.
Our hearts go out to Campbell’s loved ones and the entire Obama family during this difficult time.
Such a heartbreaking loss. My thoughts and condolences go out to the family and loved ones of the former chef. May he rest in peace.