Andre Rush Chef, Bio, Wiki, Age, Height, Wife, Recipes, and Net Worth

Andre Rush Bio | Wiki

Andre Rush is a popular American celebrity chef and military veteran who worked in the White House as a Chef for four administrations, Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, Barack Obama, and Donald Trump. He, a retired Master Sergeant of the US Army, rose to fame for his large biceps and muscular physique. Currently, Andre works as a Motivational Speaker at ChefRush LLC ( www.chefrush.com). He is also an Ambassador for Global Goodwill Ambassadors (GGA). He is also a CEO ( 501 c3) at 2222INC ( 2Push 2gether 2Serve 2Many ).

Andre is a Former Sr Aide/ Advisor to the Superintendent of the United States Military Academy West Point, NY for the US Army. In 2020, Andy attended the opening of a Salvation Army in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, whereupon they gave him a celebration of service award. In 2023, Andy appeared in Kitchen Commando, a show about helping struggling restaurants in the DMV Area. The show was produced by Gordon Ramsay and debuted on Tubi. In addition to cooking, his other pursuits include ice carving, motivational speaking, and life coaching.

Andre Rush Age

Andre was born on September 7, 1974, in Columbus, Mississippi, in the United States. He is 49 years old. Andre celebrates his birthday on September 7, every year.

Andre Rush Height

He is a man of above-average stature. Andre stands at a height of 5 ft 10 in ( Approx. 1. 75m ).

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Andre Rush Family

He was born in Columbus, Mississippi, to his parents. He grew up in Mississippi under the opposing advice of his mother and father. Andre’s mom was always his idol. She is such a kind, nurturing lady and loves to cook. His father believed men should work hard and stay out of the kitchen, so he pushed Andre toward a career in the military. Andre would cook for his mother secretly because he enjoyed it so much, but he knew he would disapprove.

Chef Andre Rush Wife | Wife

Andre had a relation with Aletha Shalom Holliday. The couple had a daughter named Ava who was born in Overland Park, Kansas died in 2023 aged eleven. Andre is also a father to four other kids. Currently, Andre resides in Los Angeles and often travels to Washington DC for his work and training.

Andre Rush Daughter | Chef Daughter

Andre had a daughter named Ava who was born in Overland Park, Kansas. Ava died in 2023 aged eleven alongside her step-brothers Aayden Holliday-Slacks and Aaron Holliday-Slacks. Ava and her brothers were killed in South Carolina in March 2023 by Charles Slacks Jr. (father to her brothers) who was a military veteran and also in the law enforcement area, and he took another command sergeant major’s life as well.

Andre Rush Education

Andre played football in the position of running back at Lee High School in Columbus. In 2009, Andre earned a bachelor’s degree in Business Management from Trident University International as well as an associate degree in Hotel Restaurant Management from Central Texas College. In 2004, Andre earned an associate degree from Culinary Stafford University.

Chef Andre Rush | Chef | White House Chef Andre Rush| White House Chef

In 1997, Andre started to work as a chef at the White House. Andre has worked for the presidential administrations of Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, Barack Obama, and Donald Trump. Andre served at the White House part-time while simultaneously working at The Pentagon. During the September 11, 2001 attacks Andre was in the gym of the Pentagon when it was hit and chose to volunteer for combat duties afterwards. Andre was a member of the U.S. Army Culinary Arts Team.

In June 2018, Andre rose to fame when he was photographed by CNN reporter Kate Bennett and Wall Street Journal reporter Vivian Salama preparing a Ramadan meal for a White House dinner. The picture of him cooking on the White House lawn during the annual White House Iftar dinner circulated on Twitter, and finally went viral. Later that year, Andre signed a deal to produce a television show called Chef in the City. Andre has since left his job as a White House chef.

Andre Rush Workout | Bodybuilder

He is recognized for his physique and large 24-inch biceps that gave him notoriety on social media. As a high school senior Andre reportedly could bench press 350 pounds (160 kg) while weighing just 150 pounds (68 kg). In 2010, Andre was reported to be able to bench press 605 pounds (274 kg). He said he does 2,222 pushups daily as part of the 22 pushup challenge, with the goal of raising awareness for the roughly 22 veterans who die by suicide every day. In 2021, Men’s Health published an article featuring Andre’s daily routine, which included him eating eight meals a day and up to 10,000 calories. Some of Andre’s claims were received with skepticism by the professional bodybuilding community.

Chef Andre Rush Recipes

– Honey habanero chicken recipe.
– Angry Chicken
– Salmon for life – GRILLED SALMON

Andre Rush Diet | Chef Diet | Meals | Meal Plan | Chef Meal Plan

Andre eats about 10,000 calories per day. His breakfast consists of 24 whole eggs, lean beef, and a protein shake that contains oatmeal, peanut butter, and kale. At 11 a.m., Andy eats lunch, which is typically lean beef, quinoa, and tomatoes topped with feta cheese.

Andre Rush Army | Military

At 19, Andre enrolled in the Army. His varied and extensive duties in the military included audit control, security, protocol liaison, project management as well as advising dignitaries on legal affairs. He traveled the world and served on the frontline, but perhaps most importantly to him, he was the chef. Whilst serving in Iraq, Andre would find food for around 60 people and cook a special feast for 8-10 of them at a time. Andre functioned in a kitchen with no water or facilities and crossed war zones to source the ingredients.

Mostly, people thought Andre was mad! His seniors would tease him for being the big muscular guy with a passion for cooking, but Andre didn’t let their comments affect him. He found out the dietary and religious requirements of every member of his team and did his very best to inject as much passion and flavor into his dishes as possible, no matter what pressures or obstacles they faced as a unit.” Andre worked for a total of 23 years in the US Army, prior to making an exit in 2017. He officially retired and now serves to mentor and inspire hundreds of thousands of adults and children around the globe.

Andre Rush Push Ups

He does 2,222 push-ups daily for those who can’t. The reason why? is to make you stop and think! he help million in an unorthodox way for suicide awareness and prevention, and children with bullying/cyberbullying. Everyone needs motivation, inspiration, a cause, or just a simple acknowledgment of existence.

Andre Rush Physique | Body | Arm Size

He is known for his physique and large 24-inch biceps that gave him notoriety on social media.

Andre Rush Show | Gordon Ramsay

In 2023, Andy appeared in Kitchen Commando, a show about helping struggling restaurants in the DMV Area. The show was produced by Gordon Ramsay a British chef, restaurateur, television personality, and writer. The show debuted on Tubi.

Chef Andre Rush Honey Habanero Chicken

Ingredients:

2 lbs boneless chicken thighs, cut into diced cubes or strips
3 tbsps extra-virgin olive oil
¼ cup lime juice, from two limes
4 large garlic cloves, roughly chopped
1 tbsp Kosher salt
1 tsp honey habanero
2 tsp paprika
1 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp cumin
2 tsps sugar
3 jalapeño chili peppers, seeded if desired, and roughly chopped
1 cup packed fresh cilantro leave
2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sour cream
1 tbsp fresh lime juice, from one lime
½ tsp. salt
1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
2 tbsps extra-virgin olive oil

Andre Rush Medals

He was also a member of the United States Culinary Arts Team where he competed and received 150 medals and trophies.

Andre Rush Cookbook

On April 19, 2022, Andre released his cookbook titled Call Me Chef, Dammit!: A Veteran’s Journey from the Rural South to the White House. The book is the inspiring story of Andre, who became an overnight sensation in 2018, following a photograph of his now-famous twenty-four-inch biceps went viral. However, Andre’s journey to that moment could never be captured in a fleeting moment. In this book, Andre shares not only his wounds and what he experienced along the road to recovery but also the optimism, hope, plus hard-earned wisdom that have encouraged countless others.

Andre Rush Net Worth

Andre gets his wealth from his work as a celebrity chef and military veteran who worked in the White House as a Chef for four administrations. Therefore, Andre has accumulated a decent fortune over the years. Andre’s net worth is $2 million.

How Old Is Andre Rush

Andre is a 49-year-old who was born on September 7, 1974, in Columbus, Mississippi, in the United States. Andre celebrates his birthday on September 7, every year.

How Tall Is Andre Rush

Andre is a man of above-average stature who stands at a height of 5 ft 10 in ( Approx. 1. 75m ).

Who Is Andre Rush

He is one of the top chefs in the United States military and retired as a Master Sergeant. Andre has represented the Army resulting in more than 100 new soldiers joining the forces. He was the Senior Enlisted Aide to the Superintendent of the United States Military Academy. In this role, Andre worked as a Senior Aide and advisor for DVQs, dignitaries, and high-profile VIPs.

Andre Rush Social Media Account

Instagram – realchefrush