Chilling new information emerges in Anne Burrell death investigation
An investigation into Anne Burrell's shock death has taken a dramatic twist after new information emerged about the scene where the chef was found on Tuesday.
The beloved Food Network star died aged 55 at her home in Brooklyn, New York.
Law enforcement sources told TMZ a large quantity of 'unknown pills' were found around where Anne died, while a separate source told The Post the pill quantity was in the 'dozens'.
Insiders previously revealed Anne was found unresponsive on the shower floor by her husband, Stuart Claxton, early on Tuesday morning.
He reportedly last saw his wife alive at around 1am the night before discovering her unconscious in their bathroom.
DailyMail.com contacted representatives for Food Network and Anne for comment but did not immediately hear back.
Stuart contacted 911 and was allegedly advised by the operator to perform CPR on Anne.
However, her body was said to be cold and it is not known if he performed CPR.
A possible cause of death has now been indicated by the 911 call, with the New York Fire Department confirming to Daily Mail that they were responding to a report of a cardiac arrest at 7.50am on Tuesday.
In a statement to Daily Mail, the New York City Police Department confirmed that they were called to an address in Brooklyn in response to a report about an 'unconscious and unresponsive' 55-year-old female.
The woman was pronounced dead at the scene. The cause of death has not yet been reported by the Office of Chief Medical Examiner, with an investigation ongoing.
TMZ reports that EMS attempted CPR on Anne but could not resuscitate her.
'Anne was a beloved wife, sister, daughter, stepmother, and friend - her smile lit up every room she entered,' her family said in a statement obtained by DailyMail.com Tuesday.
'Anne's light radiated far beyond those she knew, touching millions across the world. Though she is no longer with us, her warmth, spirit, and boundless love remain eternal.'
A Food Network spokesperson added: 'Anne was a remarkable person and culinary talent - teaching, competing, and always sharing the importance of food in her life and the joy that a delicious meal can bring.
'Our thoughts are with Anne's family, friends, and fans during this time of tremendous loss.'
Heartbroken fans flooded the comments of her most recent Instagram post, with one writing: 'This can't be true. Chef Anne you were vivacious, hilarious, full of life and reminded me of my Mom. I'm so, so sorry. Rest with the Angels in Heaven and cook up a storm for us.'
Another said: 'Prayers for your family. This feels so unexpected!'
A third added: 'You were always one of our all time favorite chefs and seemed like a great person! I'm sure you'll be missed by many!'
'RIP ANNE! I can't believe this! We lost a good one,' a fourth wrote.
Gigi Hadid, who famously appeared on the cooking competition series Beat Bobby Flay with Burrell, led the celebrities expressing their heartbreak over Anne's death.
'I am heartbroken to hear of the loss of the Great Anne Burrell,' the model, 30, began.
She included a photo of herself and Anne from their time filming Beat Bobby Flay back in 2023.
'As a longtime fan, getting to share this day with her was a dream come true. Beat Bobby. Hang. Eat,' she recalled.
'I wish we could have done it again. She was awesome. Rest in Peace Legend.'
Chef Carla Hall, who previously appeared on Food Network's Top Chef, called Anne an 'incredible cook and teacher'.
Queer Eye for the Straight Guy star Carson Kressley, who was a close friend of Anne's, revealed that he spoke to her just days before her death.
He also shared a post to his own Instagram page which included a photo of him and Burrell.
'Rest easy, Chef Anne. I'm so blessed I was able to work with you, learn from you, laugh with you. So many memories - on screen and off - I cherish this photo of us living our best lives, as the kids say,' Kressley wrote.
'It's one of my favorite memories - just swimming in the ocean after a great lunch. Good food, good friends and lots of love and laughter all around.
'That's what I wish for you where you are now . I'll see you again someday, dear friend.'
Her co-star and friend, Melba Wilson, also paid tribute to her.
She told TMZ: 'Anne never mentioned anything about being sick. That's why this is such a shock to us. She was healthy. She was vibrant. She was beautiful.
'If you saw Anne, Anne could light up any room she walked into. So to know that she went to sleep and just didn't wake up is heartbreaking.
'Fifty five, this is not supposed to happen to a healthy 55-year-old. It's unbelievable to know that someone so vibrant and full of life is no longer with us.'
And Bobby also paid tribute to Anne, writing: 'Worst Cooks in America was the funnest show on TV. All of your co-hosts (me included) were just alongside for the Anne Burrell ride.
'The greatest gift I got from AB was turning me on to a world of Maine Coon Cats (including Nacho)… a gift that I'll have forever,' he said in reference to his pet cat Nacho.
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