About
Italian-born chef known for his popular Chef Boyardee products. He marketed his food as "Chef Boy-Ar-Dee" so English-speaking consumers could easily pronounce his name.
Before Fame
He was born in Italy and arrived at Ellis Island when he was sixteen years old.
Trivia
He appeared in numerous print advertisements during the 1960s.
Family Life
He had a child with his wife, Helen J. Boiardi.
Associated With
He was criticized in the animated film Ratatouille, which featured the voice of Patton Oswalt.
