ITV Star D!es as Devastated Colleagues Break Their Silence With Emotional Tributes
Inside the Ritz aired in 2019 (Image: ITV)
A star from ITV’s Inside The Ritz has died on August 10, the programme has confirmed. The show paid tribute to Head Hall Porter Michael De Cozar.
Posting to their official Instagram account, the reality TV show emotionally paid tribute to their late colleague. “We are deeply saddened to confirm the passing of our Head Hall Porter and dear colleague, Michael De Cozar,” they began. “Michael was a cherished member of the Hall Porter team and dedicated 53 years of his life to The Ritz London. Throughout his remarkable career, he became a much-loved and familiar face to generations of colleagues and guests alike.
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“We are profoundly grateful for Michael’s dedication, loyalty, and exceptional service to The Ritz. His warmth and kindness will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of working with him, as well as by our many guests who knew and loved him.
“Our thoughts are with Michael’s family and loved ones at this difficult time.”
The Society of the Golden Keys of Great Britain & the Commonwealth also paid tribute to the star. On LinkedIn they wrote: “It is with profound sadness that The Society of the Golden Keys of Great Britain & the Commonwealth marks the passing of our dear friend and colleague, Michael De Cozar, Head Concierge of The Ritz London.
“Michael was quite simply one of the great figures of British hospitality. He joined The Ritz in July 1973, aged just sixteen, beginning as a page boy after first discovering the world of hospitality alongside his father, Salvador. At only twenty four, Michael became the youngest Head Concierge in the history of The Ritz and would go on to devote an extraordinary fifty three years of his life to the hotel, its guests and our profession.
“Michael was a proud and longstanding member of The Society of the Golden Keys and a much loved figure within our concierge family. Earlier this year, his extraordinary contribution to our profession was recognised by The Society of the Golden Keys of Great Britain & the Commonwealth with Honorary Life Membership, one of the highest recognitions our Society can bestow.”
Inside the Ritz took a look at how one of the most traditional hotels in the world stands out from the rest. The prestigious accommodation opened its doors and allowed viewers to peek inside and see its inner workings.
Famous faces including Richard E Grant, Anna Wintour and Mo Salah visited the hotel as fans found out how they prepare their famous Afternoon Tea.
The series, which aired back in 2019, was made up of four episodes. Episode one gave viewers a glimpse of how the hotel is operated and what makes it one of the best hotels in the world.
The second show followed follow executive chef John Williams as he prepared to launch the first ever cookbook revealing The Ritz’s most famous recipes.
The third episode, the Ritz hosted a glitzy dinner dance at the establishment and the final instalment saw executive chef John Williams will introduce a new home-reared ingredient to the famous menu.
