Wolfgang puck and barbara lazaroff divorce

ByFelicia Lee

When longtime watchers of the Los Angeles restaurant scene hear the expression "behind every successful man is a strong woman," chances are an image of Barbara Lazaroff will flash in their minds.

Just as her now-ex-husband, Wolfgang Puck, defined California cuisine and pioneered national dining trends such as pizzas with non-traditional, artisanal toppings, Barbara Lazaroff is widely considered responsible for defining the public image of Wolfgang Puck, turning him from a respected but quiet chef into a global celebrity and entrepreneur, according to Forbes.

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But during her 20-year marriage to Puck, Lazaroff was far more than just Puck's personal muse.

A respected interior designer, she brought her passion for design to Puck's restaurants, which became known for their memorable, dramatic interiors as well as for their food. And it was her entrepreneurial bent tha