Lauren Zonfrillo, the widow of celebrity chef Jock Zonfrillo, appears to have changed her professional surname from Fried to Zonfrillo. She was recently introduced as Lauren Zonfrillo on the ABC panel show, Gruen. The couple’s children, Alfie and Isla, were seen adjusting after Jock’s tragic death in 2023. Lauren shared emotional insights into being a solo parent and focusing on their well-being after the loss of their father. In an effort to honor Jock’s legacy, Lauren plans to share previously unseen content of the chef, including recipes and behind-the-scenes footage.
Jock Zonfrillo was found dead in a hotel in Carlton, near Melbourne’s CBD, on April 30, 2023. His legacy lives on through his children and his work, which has given his widow Lauren purpose in the past year. She expressed her gratitude for the support and shared plans to continue sharing Jock’s passion for cooking with his fans. Lauren reflected on the challenges of the past year and the importance of focusing on their children’s well-being as they navigate life without their father.
Lauren took to social media ahead of her season debut on Gruen, where she was seen in the ABC’s hair and make-up department. The name ‘Lauren Zonfrillo’ was clearly labeled on her dressing room door, reflecting her professional name change. She has also updated her LinkedIn, Instagram, and Twitter profiles to reflect this update. Despite the difficult circumstances surrounding Jock’s sudden death and ongoing investigation into the circumstances, Lauren remains committed to honoring his memory and sharing his culinary expertise with the world.
Just days before the first anniversary of Jock’s passing, Lauren spoke about the challenges of being a solo parent and adjusting to her new normal with the children. She emphasized the resilience of their two children, Alfie and Isla, as they found their way forward after the loss of their father. Lauren’s focus on her family’s well-being and preserving Jock’s legacy through his work and passion for cooking has provided her with purpose in the past year. She expressed her gratitude for the support and shared plans to continue sharing Jock’s passion for cooking with his fans.
At the time of Jock’s death, Lauren was in Italy with their two children and had phoned Victoria Police to request a welfare check when he stopped answering her calls. The sudden loss of Jock has been a challenging time for the family, but Lauren remains committed to honoring his memory and sharing his love for cooking with his fans. She has shared emotional insights into navigating the past year as a solo parent and focusing on their children’s well-being and adjustment after losing their father. The ongoing investigation into Jock’s sudden death adds to the complexity of their grieving process, but Lauren remains determined to keep his legacy alive.
