Paula Deen

Paula Deen is an American celebrity chef and television personality known for her Southern cooking style. She gained fame through cooking shows, cookbooks, and her restaurant, showcasing comfort food like fried chicken and biscuits. Deen's warm personality made her popular, but her career faced controversy in 2013 when she admitted to using racial slurs in the past. Despite this, she remains recognized for her influence on Southern cuisine and her entrepreneurial ventures in the food industry.