Rachael Ray is one of America’s most well known chefs. She’s hosted over 10 shows, from her long-running daytime talk show, Rachael Ray, to her Emmy-winning cooking show, 30 Minute Meals, Rachael is a staple of television. But, she didn’t become a household name worth some $100 million out of nowhere. Rachael comes from humble beginnings, has experienced her fair share of heartbreak, and has remained solid through it all. So, how did Rachael go from a Macy’s Marketplace candy counter employee to one of the most recognizable faces in American television? Here’s everything we know about the chef’s transformation over the years. © Getty Images Rachael was born in Upstate New York Rachael was born on August 25, 1968 to parents Elsa Providenza Scuderi and James Claude Ray in Upstate New York. When she was eight, her family moved to Lake George, New York – a cute tourist town located near an amusement park.  Growing up, Rachael’s mom worked in the restaurant business, bringing her daughter along. She even worked at a marketplace and …