Anne Burrell Believed To Have Suffered Cardiac Arrest, According to 911 Call
The person who called 911 on Tuesday morning believed that Chef Anne Burrell had suffered cardiac arrest, according to the New York Fire Department. In a 911 call report, someone called at 7:50 a.m. on June 17 to get help for the 55-year-old, whom they were concerned had gone into cardiac arrest in her home in Brooklyn, New York. Emergency medical services pronounced her dead at the scene, but as of June 18, her cause of death has not been confirmed. Anne Burrell reportedly spent the night before her deathly happily participating in an improv acting show at The Second City New York in Brooklyn. A source told People that the chef was 'in great spirits' and 'having a blast.' Anne had been training at Second City since March, according to her Instagram. After her death was announced, the organization expressed its grief. 'She will be missed and remembered as a vibrant part of our Second City New York Training Center community,' read the caption of an Instagram post, featuring a photo of the 55-year-old silver-haired food icon. 'Anne brought joy, boldness, and an unwavering 'yes, and' spirit. Her enthusiasm was contagious, her presence unforgettable. Our thoughts go out to Anne's family and loved ones.'
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