Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine ‘Breaks Bread’ with Dyess Airmen

Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine takes a photo with U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt Nevaeh Douglas, 317th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron officer, during the “Breaking Bread with Heroes” event at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, July 31, 2025. A veteran of the Royal Navy, Irvine regularly visits military installations, hosts morale-boosting events, and advocates for greater public awareness of the challenges faced by service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Caleb Schellenberg)

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Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine ‘Breaks Bread’ with Dyess Airmen

Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine receives a briefing from crew chiefs assigned to the 317th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron aboard a C-130J Super Hercules at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, July 31, 2025. Drawing on his military background, Irvine uses his platform to promote physical and mental wellness, combat readiness, and long-term stability for service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Caleb Schellenberg)

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Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine ‘Breaks Bread’ with Dyess Airmen

Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine shares his insights on nutrition and fitness with Airmen from the 317th Airlift Wing aboard a C-130J Super Hercules at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, July 31, 2025. Drawing on his military background, Irvine promotes physical and mental wellness, combat readiness, and long-term stability for those who serve. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Caleb Schellenberg)

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Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine ‘Breaks Bread’ with Dyess Airmen

Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine and retired Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass, pose for a photo next to a C-130J Super Hercules before the “Breaking Bread with Heroes” event at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, July 31, 2025. Irvine regularly visits military bases, hosts morale-boosting events, and advocates for greater public awareness of the challenges faced by service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Caleb Schellenberg)

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Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine ‘Breaks Bread’ with Dyess Airmen

U.S. Air Force Col. Ryan Stallsworth, 7th Bomb Wing deputy commander, delivers opening remarks during the “Breaking Bread with Heroes” event at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, July 31, 2025. The event was part of the Robert Irvine Foundation’s "Breaking Bread with Heroes" program, which aims to enhance the quality of life for service members through health, fitness, and resiliency initiatives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Caleb Schellenberg)

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Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine ‘Breaks Bread’ with Dyess Airmen

Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine speaks to Team Dyess during the “Breaking Bread with Heroes” event at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, July 31, 2025. Irvine regularly visits military installations, hosts morale-boosting events, and advocates for greater public awareness of the challenges faced by service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Caleb Schellenberg)

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Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine ‘Breaks Bread’ with Dyess Airmen

Retired Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass delivers remarks during the “Breaking Bread with Heroes” event at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, July 31, 2025. Bass currently serves on the board of directors for the Robert Irvine Foundation and is an honorary board co-chair for the Women in Military Service for America Foundation. These roles allow her to continue her passion of advocacy for service members and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Caleb Schellenberg)

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Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine ‘Breaks Bread’ with Dyess Airmen

Volunteers serve food to Airmen during the “Breaking Bread with Heroes” event at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, July 31, 2025. As part of the event, Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine and his foundation provided more than 1,200 meals for Dyess personnel and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Caleb Schellenberg)

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Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine ‘Breaks Bread’ with Dyess Airmen

Volunteers serve food to Airmen and their families during the “Breaking Bread with Heroes” event at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, July 31, 2025. The event, hosted by the Robert Irvine Foundation, aimed to offer a meaningful show of support to service members across the installation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Caleb Schellenberg)

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Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine ‘Breaks Bread’ with Dyess Airmen

Team Dyess members receive food during the “Breaking Bread with Heroes” event at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, July 31, 2025. The event was part of the Robert Irvine Foundation’s "Breaking Bread with Heroes" program, which aims to enhance the quality of life for service members through health, fitness, and resiliency initiatives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Caleb Schellenberg)

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Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine ‘Breaks Bread’ with Dyess Airmen

Team Dyess members share a meal during the “Breaking Bread with Heroes” event at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, July 31, 2025. As part of the event, Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine and his foundation provided more than 1,200 meals for Dyess personnel and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Caleb Schellenberg)

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Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine ‘Breaks Bread’ with Dyess Airmen

Airmen from Dyess Air Force Base pose for a photo with retired Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass during the “Breaking Bread with Heroes” event at Dyess AFB, Texas, July 31, 2025. Since retiring in 2024, Bass has remained a leading advocate for Airmen, championing causes like enlisted morale, readiness, and compensation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Caleb Schellenberg)

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Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine ‘Breaks Bread’ with Dyess Airmen

Published Aug. 4, 2025
By Airman Caleb Schellenberg
7th Bomb Wing Public Affairs

DYESS AIR FORCE BASE, Texas --