Celebrity Chef Anthony Milan Ross Convicted of Family Murders
Anthony Milan Ross, a local TV vegan chef and cookbook author in Arizona, was found guilty of murdering his estranged wife and two children on Christmas Day. The tragedy occurred at Ross’ apartment when his wife, Iris, who had filed for divorce six months prior, arrived to pick up their children.
Details of the Crime
Ross, 53, was convicted on three counts of first-degree murder by a Maricopa County jury. The victims were Iris, 11-year-old Nigel, and 10-month-old Anora.
Witnesses reported seeing Ross shoot Iris outside the apartment before retreating inside. Authorities arrived around 4 p.m. and discovered Iris’ body on the front patio.
Ross had barricaded himself inside the apartment with the two children, leading to a tense seven-hour standoff.
Police Confrontation and Arrest
- Officers stormed the apartment after the standoff and found one child dead from a gunshot.
- Ross opened fire on police officers during the raid, wounding one.
- After a brief shootout, Ross surrendered and was arrested.
- Investigators later found the other child had also been shot dead.
Background Before the Crime
“On Christmas Eve, Ross laughed and sang Christmas carols as he appeared a happy, loving father alongside Nigel.”
Nearly eight years before the killings, Ross had shared a cheerful caroling video with his son the night before the murders.
Summary
Anthony Milan Ross, once an admired chef and father, was found guilty of fatally shooting his estranged wife and two children in a shocking Christmas Day tragedy marked by a prolonged police standoff and violence.