Patrick O'Connell is an American professional best known for playing Founder and Chef in The Inn at Little Washington.
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Best Known For:The Inn at Little Washington
Breakthrough:Opened The Inn at Little Washington in a former garage in 1978
10 Quick Facts About Patrick O'Connell
- Full Name: Patrick O'Connell
- Nationality: American
- Known For: The Inn at Little Washington
- Date of Birth: October 9, 1945
- Age: 81 years old
- Place of Birth: Washington, D.C
- Gender: Male
- Net Worth: $113,000-$7,919,000 (Estimated range)
- Salary: $48,000-$481,000 (Estimated range)
- Official Website: theinnatlittlewashington.com
Patrick O'Connell Age
Patrick O'Connell is about 81 years old as of 2026. Patrick O'Connell was born in 1945.
Education
He attended Catholic University of America, where he earned an Undergraduate degree in Drama.
- Catholic University of America
- Qualification: Undergraduate degree
- Field of Study: Drama
Career & Work
Patrick O'Connell's career includes professional roles with The Inn at Little Washington.
Organization: The Inn at Little Washington
Role: Chef and Sole Proprietor
Period: 1978–Present
Details: Washington, Virginia · Self-taught chef who transformed a former garage into a Michelin-starred restaurant and inn
Rise to Fame
Patrick O'Connell rose to prominence for his role on The Inn at Little Washington.
Notable Works
- Work: The Inn at Little Washington (Founder and Chef, 1978-Present) — Michelin-starred restaurant and inn in Virginia
Awards & Achievements
- James Beard Lifetime Achievement Award — James Beard Foundation
- National Humanities Medal — United States Government
Lesser Known Facts
- Self-taught chef who studied drama at Catholic University of America before entering the culinary world.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Patrick O'Connell
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: October 9, 1945
- Age: 81
- Birthday: October 9
- Zodiac Sign: Libra
- Place of Birth: Washington, D.C
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $48,000–$481,000 (Estimated range)
- Net Worth: $113,000–$7,919,000 (Estimated range)
- Source of Income: Performance contracts and related creative work
