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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
"This Is Such An Odd Caption": Fans Were Seriously Upset With This Food Network Post Following Anne Burrell's Death
Fans are expressing outrage after the Food Network posted a photo of chef Anne Burrell to promote her show, just weeks after she died by suicide. The Food Network shared a picture of Burrell alongside her co-host, chef Gabe Bertaccini, earlier this week to promote a new episode of the long-running show, Worst Cooks in America. 'It's showtime! 🌟' the Instagram post said with a photo of Burrell and Bertaccini both smiling, alongside a carousel of pictures from the episode. 'The recruits step up to the spotlight in the first-ever Boot Camp Culinary Pageant! Competing head-to-head, they show off their kitchen skills in hopes of being crowned Mister or Miss Boot Camp 👑 ' the post continued. 'Watch a new episode of #WorstCooks TONIGHT at 9|8c!' The chipper tone struck followers as 'odd,' as well as the failure to mention Burrell's death. 'If you are going to run the show, every caption should have a respectful note about the loss of Anne,' one follower wrote, while another added, 'I get that it's awkward but seriously, big miss step @foodnetwork by not mentioning @chefanneburrell she deserves it.' Another commenter wrote, 'This is such an odd caption, in my opinion. At least acknowledge Anne and her legacy in the caption- this is not an 'everyday' type of season premiere and Food Network knows that.' The Food Network's social media team was similarly criticized for its initial post when the latest season of the show premiered back in July. This post, which says it was edited, includes a note about Burrell and her death in the caption. 'This season of Worst Cooks in America was filmed with Anne Burrell before her untimely passing,' the post says. 'We hope fans will enjoy the digital content we shot with her on set and see her doing what she loved – teaching and sharing the importance of food.' The Food Network did release a statement following Burrell's death, and has a tribute post to the late chef pinned to the top of its Instagram page. 'We are deeply saddened to share the news that beloved chef, Anne Burrell, passed away this morning,' the network shared in June. '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,' the statement added. 'Our thoughts are with Anne's family, friends and fans during this time of tremendous loss.' Burrell was found dead at her home in New York City on June 17. The New York City medical examiner's office confirmed to HuffPost in July that the death was ruled a suicide, as Burrell died from 'acute intoxication due to the combined effects of diphenhydramine, ethanol, cetirizine, and amphetamine.' She is survived by her husband, Stuart Claxton. HuffPost reached out to reps at Food Network for further comments. If you or someone you know needs help, call or text 988 or chat for mental health support. Additionally, you can find local mental health and crisis resources at Outside of the U.S., please visit the International Association for Suicide article originally appeared on HuffPost.
Buzz Feed
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Fans Express Outrage Over Food Network Post Following Anne Burrell's Death
Fans are expressing outrage after the Food Network posted a photo of chef Anne Burrell to promote her show, just weeks after she died by suicide. The Food Network shared a picture of Burrell alongside her co-host, chef Gabe Bertaccini, earlier this week to promote a new episode of the long-running show, Worst Cooks in America. 'It's showtime! 🌟' the Instagram post said with a photo of Burrell and Bertaccini both smiling, alongside a carousel of pictures from the episode. 'The recruits step up to the spotlight in the first-ever Boot Camp Culinary Pageant! Competing head-to-head, they show off their kitchen skills in hopes of being crowned Mister or Miss Boot Camp 👑 ' the post continued. 'Watch a new episode of #WorstCooks TONIGHT at 9|8c!' The chipper tone struck followers as 'odd,' as well as the failure to mention Burrell's death. 'If you are going to run the show, every caption should have a respectful note about the loss of Anne,' one follower wrote, while another added, 'I get that it's awkward but seriously, big miss step @foodnetwork by not mentioning @chefanneburrell she deserves it.' Another commenter wrote, 'This is such an odd caption, in my opinion. At least acknowledge Anne and her legacy in the caption- this is not an 'everyday' type of season premiere and Food Network knows that.' The Food Network's social media team was similarly criticized for its initial post when the latest season of the show premiered back in July. This post, which says it was edited, includes a note about Burrell and her death in the caption. 'This season of Worst Cooks in America was filmed with Anne Burrell before her untimely passing,' the post says. 'We hope fans will enjoy the digital content we shot with her on set and see her doing what she loved – teaching and sharing the importance of food.' The Food Network did release a statement following Burrell's death, and has a tribute post to the late chef pinned to the top of its Instagram page. 'We are deeply saddened to share the news that beloved chef, Anne Burrell, passed away this morning,' the network shared in June. '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,' the statement added. 'Our thoughts are with Anne's family, friends and fans during this time of tremendous loss.' Burrell was found dead at her home in New York City on June 17. The New York City medical examiner's office confirmed to HuffPost in July that the death was ruled a suicide, as Burrell died from 'acute intoxication due to the combined effects of diphenhydramine, ethanol, cetirizine, and amphetamine.' She is survived by her husband, Stuart Claxton.
USA Today
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Anne Burrell fans upset over 'tone-deaf' Food Network post after host's death
Editor's note: This article discusses suicide and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat at Anne Burrell fans aren't happy with the new Food Network social media post promoting the TV personality's longtime series 'Worst Cooks in America.' The 55-year-old celebrity chef was found dead in her New York home on June 17, and the New York City Office of the Chief Medical Examiner confirmed to USA TODAY on July 17 that the manner of death was ruled as a suicide. Throughout her impressive career, she became a household name on the culinary channel, starting with her debut on Iron Chef America' in 2005 and later hosting 'Secrets of a Restaurant Chef' for nine seasons. However, she was arguably best known as the face of the long-running 'Worst Cooks in America.' An Instagram post on Aug. 4 promoting the show's 29th season, which premiered on July 28 and will be Burrell's last, has sparked outrage for not mentioning the beloved host. A post shared by Food Network (@foodnetwork) The post includes screengrabs showcasing Burrell from the Aug. 4 episode with a caption that reads: 'It's showtime! The recruits step up to the spotlight in the first-ever Boot Camp Culinary Pageant! Competing head-to-head, they show off their kitchen skills in hopes of being crowned Mister or Miss Boot Camp.' Fans call caption 'distasteful' and 'disappointing' The post received multiple comments from upset viewers, with one calling the caption 'so distasteful,' urging the page to show 'some care and decency for Anne and her family.' 'Another tone deaf post and still no tribute like she deserves. It's obvious you haven't listened to any of the thousands of posts from her fans. Very disappointing,' another user wrote. 'This is such an odd caption, in my opinion. At least acknowledge Anne and her legacy in the caption- this is not an 'everyday' type of season premiere and Food Network knows that,' another caption reads. USA TODAY has reached out to Food Network representatives for comment on the backlash. Food Network honored Anne Burrell with special message The Food Network honored the host at the end of the Season 29 premiere with an 'In Memoriam' display featuring a photo of Burrell in a sunny yellow jacket and with text that read with the chef's name and years of her life, '1969-2025.' The tribute was followed by text advising, 'If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or chat at Gabriele 'Gabe' Bertaccin, who joined Burrell as a co-host for Season 29, said the cherished host was always heavily involved in the show and that the new season felt 'very celebratory.' 'I was like, 'I am so happy that this is Anne and it shows (her) so well' because that's who she was,' Bertaccin previously told USA TODAY. 'I'm sad that she's not here anymore, but I know that she would love to see herself in this season and she would really enjoy actually reliving all these crazy moments that we had together.' Contributing: Erin Jensen, USA TODAY
Newsweek
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Anne Burrell Food Network Announcement Branded 'Tone-Deaf' After Death
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Food Network is facing criticism online following its recent social media post featuring late chef Anne Burrell. Newsweek contacted a Food Network spokesperson via email for comment on Tuesday. The Context Burrell, 55—who was the longtime host of Food Network's Worst Cooks in America—was found dead at her home in Brooklyn, New York on June 17. A New York City Police Department spokesperson told Newsweek at the time that "EMS responded and pronounced the female deceased at the scene" following a 911 call alerting authorities of a possible cardiac arrest. The celebrity chef's cause of death was "suicide," according to the New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner. Chef Anne Burrell presents onstage during Food Network and Cooking Channel's New York City Wine and Food Festival at Pier 94 on October 13, 2018 in New York City. Chef Anne Burrell presents onstage during Food Network and Cooking Channel's New York City Wine and Food Festival at Pier 94 on October 13, 2018 in New York NYCWFF What To Know On Monday, the Food Network posted teaser photos with Burrell on Instagram to promote the latest episode of Worst Cooks in America. Fans argued, however, that the caption was "tone-deaf" for not mentioning the spunky television personality. "It's showtime! The recruits step up to the spotlight in the first-ever Boot Camp Culinary Pageant!" it reads. "Competing head-to-head, they show off their kitchen skills in hopes of being crowned Mister or Miss Boot Camp. Watch a new episode of #WorstCooks TONIGHT at 9|8c!" Season 29 of Worst Cooks in America debuted on July 28 and is Burrell's final season. She rose to fame as a sous chef on Iron Chef America, and hosted her own Emmy-nominated series Secrets of a Restaurant Chef. On Worst Cooks in America, the New York native mentored amateur cooks. What People Are Saying Instagram user @juliecordora wrote in a note with 917 likes: "If you are going to run the show, every caption should have a respectful note about the loss of Anne." @chlibby_823 said in a comment with 574 likes: "Another tone deaf post and still no tribute like she deserves. It's obvious you haven't listened to any of the thousands of posts from her fans. Very disappointing." @alyssalaurenarndt remarked in a response with 430 likes: "This is so distasteful. Have some care and decency for Anne and her family." @shannonekeeley said: "This is such an odd caption, in my opinion. At least acknowledge Anne and her legacy in the caption- this is not an 'everyday' type of season premiere and Food Network knows that." @kileydashiell stated in a note: "WORST CAPTION EVER." @markymarkntuc posted in a reply: "Wow who's running your social media? I'll apply for the job with zero experience and still do a better job. Have some class." @sherrieoh said: "It's shocking to see @foodnetwork air the final season without recognizing @chefanneburrell contributions. The omission in the caption is particularly notable. It's disappointing to say the least." Say Yes to the Dress star Randy Fenoli wrote: "I miss my friend." On Facebook, other fans defended the Food Network's decision to air the series. Melissa Thompson said in a post with 165 positive reactions: "It is bittersweet watching knowing Chef Anne is no longer here but I am enjoying seeing her doing what she loved one last time." Britani Joanne Lake shared: "I'll definitely be watching in honor of Anne. no need to cry about 'not watching it.' that's your prerogative." Eric Schlegel wrote: "I've never experienced this. Wanting so bad to see something and dreading it at the same time. To see this last gift Anne left us but knowing it's the last. No one will ever fill that void she left. We love you Anne." What Happens Next New episodes of Worst Cooks in America Season 29 with Burrell air Mondays at 9 p.m. ET on the Food Network. If you or someone you know is considering suicide, contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988, text "988" to the Crisis Text Line at 741741 or go to
