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Top Chef Junior competitor Fuller Goldsmith has died at age 17

The Alabama native has died after battling leukemia. Goldsmith won the top prize on 'Chopped Junior' when he was 14, before moving on to Top Chef Junior.
Fuller Goldsmith

Top Chef Junior competitor Fuller Goldsmith has died, following a long battle with leukemia. He would've turned 18 years old on Saturday. His death was announced by Magical Elves, producers of the cooking shows.

"We are devastated after hearing about the loss of Alum, Fuller Goldsmith. He was an incredible chef and the strongest kid we've ever met. From the minute he was introduced to us, we knew he would make an impact on everyone around him and be a positive force in cooking world. To his family, we give all our love as they mourn the loss of someone truly special," Magical Elves posted on .

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