Bestselling Author and Food Revolution Network President John Robbins Has Passed Away
His bestselling 1987 book Diet for a New America exposed the health, environmental, and ethical costs of industrialized animal agriculture. Robbins went on to author several more bestsellers, including The Food Revolution and Reclaiming Our Health, reaching millions and inspiring a global shift toward conscious eating.
Turning away from a path of inherited wealth as the presumed heir to the Baskin-Robbins empire, Robbins chose to champion a life of integrity. His activism extended beyond books: he served on nonprofit boards, spoke on global stages, and received numerous accolades, including the Rachel Carson Award and the Green America Lifetime Achievement Award.
Despite contracting polio at age five, Robbins defied medical expectations to become a marathoner, yogi, and triathlete. Diagnosed in 2019 with Post-Polio Syndrome, he continued to live vibrantly—a testament to the diet and lifestyle he advocated.
Robbins' legacy lives on through the million-member Food Revolution Network and the newly formed nonprofit, Food Revolution Alliance (FRA), both dedicated to promoting healthy, ethical, and sustainable food for all. 'My father was my mentor, my colleague, and my treasured friend,' said Ocean Robbins, FRN CEO. 'His love, courage, and wisdom touched countless lives. Now, we carry his torch forward.'
A family statement added: 'John met life's challenges with resilience and with love. Even in the face of pain, he never stopped growing, learning, or seeking to make a difference in the lives of others. His presence and his purpose continue to guide and inspire us every day.'
To honor his legacy, donations may be made to the Food Revolution Alliance at foodrevolutionalliance.org.
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