Burt Wolf: key obituary facts
Is Burt Wolf dead? Yes. Burt Wolf died on January 31, 2026, at age 87.
Cause of death: Burt Wolf's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was Burt Wolf known for?
Burt Wolf was an American journalist and writer.
More about Burt Wolf
Born: September 28, 1938.
Occupations: Journalist, writer, television producer and host.
Known for: Travels and Traditions TV series.
Burt Wolf, an American journalist and writer, died on January 31, 2026.
Born Burton R. Wolf in New York City on September 28, 1938, he was also a businessman, chef and television producer.
He was the host and author of nine internationally syndicated television series on cultural history, travel and gastronomy, including Travels & Traditions, which he hosted with his son, Nicholas Wolf.
Burton R. Wolf (September 28, 1938 – January 31, 2026) was an American journalist, writer, businessman, chef and television producer. He was the host and author of nine internationally syndicated television series that deal with cultural history, travel and gastronomy, including Travels & Traditions hosted with his son Nicholas Wolf.