Global Winner Buddha Lo Triumphs in Finale of Top Chef’s Milestone 20th Season

Padma Lakshmi's last episode as host of Top Chef aired on Thursday's finale of the show's 20th season.
Buda Lo won the season, becoming the first-ever back-to-back winner of the show.
Lo's record on season 20 included four Quickfire wins, four elimination challenge wins, and triumphing after the finale meal in Paris.
Lakshmi has been nominated for 14 Emmys for her hosting and producing on Top Chef and has also written books and launched the Hulu food series Taste the Nation.
Lakshmi announced her departure from "Top Chef" after 19 seasons as host and executive producer, citing exhaustion from her busy schedule and a desire to enjoy life more..