Robbie Robertson’s Wife Janet Zuccarini Is a Restaurant Empire Owner CEO – She Was by His Side on His Deathbed

The late Canadian musician Robbie Robertson died on August 9, aged 80, surrounded by his family. Janet Zuccarini, Robbie Robertson’s wife, was one of those who stood by him during his last moments.

Robbie Robertson’s wife, Janet Zuccarini, has an established career but is far from the entertainment industry. She is the Founder and CEO of Gusto 54 Restaurant Group, founded in 1996 in Toronto, Canada. This enterprise has flourished as a Deloitte Best Managed Company for 27 years.

It has expanded to establish multiple restaurant chains across Canada and in various other locations. In 2022, Janet opened another restaurant based in Los Angeles. Janet Zuccarini studied at Boston University. Besides being a successful entrepreneur, she has also made several other accomplishments.

In 2018, she actively participated as a keynote speaker for Women Influence Inc., an organization focused on human rights, holding this role for four years and eleven months. During this time, she also volunteered as an event host at Oakville Hospital Foundation for the same period.

Throughout Janet’s professional journey, she has garnered numerous awards and acknowledgments. In 2019, she was honored with the Business Woman of the Year Award by ICCO.

That same year, her company was acclaimed as Deloitte’s Best Managed Company. Furthermore, in 2018, Robbie Robertson’s wife received recognition as the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist award.

Janet’s father, Giacomo Zuccarini, ran a cafe business before she was born. At a young age, she learned resilience from observing and watching how her dad ran his business successfully.

However, one day, a fateful event occurred when her father, Giacomo, traveled to Italy to visit his mother. During that time, his business partner drained his bank account and took off to Mexico with all the money, leading her father to close the restaurant.

While Giacomo re-strategized and went on to have a successful career in the espresso machine importing business, he warned Janet about the challenges of being a restaurateur.

However, Janet went against his wishes and ventured into the restaurant business. She opened her first restaurant Cafe Nervosa which she later renamed Trattoria Nervosa, in 1996. Janet’s sister is also a successful entrepreneur. She founded a lingerie label, Fleur de Mal, in 2012.

Robertson’s family announced his death on Wednesday, 9, via his Instagram page. At the time of his death, the Canadian musician was surrounded by his family, including his wife, Janet Zuccarini, his children, and his ex-wife.

Janet’s most recent Instagram post was on July 5, a heartfelt tribute to Robertson on his 80th birthday. Throughout their time together, she has been a strong pillar of support for his career and often graced the red carpet with him.