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The Star
29-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
Food Network star Anne Burrell dies at 55 from drug overdose: medical examiner
Anne Burrell became a fan favourite at the Food Network for her signature spiky blonde hair and energetic personality on 'Worst Cooks'. Photo: TNS Food Network star Anne Burrell committed suicide by ingesting a mixture of drugs, the New York City Medical Examiner said on July 24. Burrell, 55, was found collapsed on her shower floor inside her Brooklyn apartment about 1am, June 17. An autopsy has determined she died of the 'combined effects of diphenhydramine, ethanol, cetirizine, and amphetamine,' a Medical Examiner autopsy has now found. Her death has been deemed a suicide, a spokeswoman for the city Medical Examiner said. The 911 dispatcher told Burrell's husband, Stuart Claxton, to perform CPR on the Worst Cooks In America host while awaiting first responders, though her body was already cold. EMS personnel also attempted lifesaving measures when they got there but could not revive the chef. Burrell married Claxton in 2021 and was stepmother to his son, Javier. '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 Food Network said in a statement after her death. Burrell became a fan favourite at the Food Network for her signature spiky blonde hair and energetic personality on Worst Cooks , doing her best to shape floundering chefs into respectable recipe followers. – New York Daily News/Tribune News Service
Buzz Feed
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Food Network Star Anne Burrell's Cause Of Death Revealed
Food Network star Anne Burrell's cause of death has been determined five weeks after the celebrity chef was found dead in her New York home. The 55-year-old died on June 17 by suicide, the New York City medical examiner's office said in a statement to HuffPost on Thursday following an autopsy investigation. The co-host of Worst Cooks in America died from 'acute intoxication due to the combined effects of diphenhydramine, ethanol, cetirizine, and amphetamine,' the office said. Paramedics were called to Burrell's Brooklyn home on the morning of June 17 after she was found unresponsive, and she was declared dead at the scene. The 911 caller reported that she had gone into cardiac arrest, TMZ previously reported. Daniel Zuchnik / Getty Images Burrell's family released a statement at the time of her death that described her as a light that touched millions. 'Anne was a beloved wife, sister, daughter, stepmother, and friend — her smile lit up every room she entered,' they said. '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.' The Food Network also memorialized her as a gift to the culinary world. '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,' the network said. John Lamparski / Getty Images Burrell is survived by her husband, Stuart Claxton, her stepson, Javier, her mother, Marlene, and two siblings, People reported. Burrell had served as the original host and judge of Worst Cooks in America since its inception in 2010, but she had been absent from the program for a few months before her death. When fans on social media asked why she wasn't on the show back in January, she replied that she didn't know and said she hoped to return, according to Page Six. Her final appearance on Worst Cooks will premiere on the Food Network on Monday, July 28. James Devaney / Getty Images
Yahoo
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Food Network star Anne Burrell died from drug overdose suicide: NYC Medical Examiner
NEW YORK — Food Network star Anne Burrell committed suicide by ingesting a mixture of drugs, the New York City Medical Examiner said Thursday. Burrell, 55, was found collapsed on her shower floor inside her Brooklyn apartment about 1 a.m. June 17. An autopsy has determined she died of the 'combined effects of diphenhydramine, ethanol, cetirizine, and amphetamine,' a Medical Examiner autopsy has now found. Her death has been deemed a suicide, a spokeswoman for the city Medical Examiner said. The 911 dispatcher told Burrell's husband, Stuart Claxton, to perform CPR on the 'Worst Cooks in America' host while awaiting first responders, though her body was already cold. EMS personnel also attempted lifesaving measures when they got there but could not revive the chef. Burrell married Claxton in 2021 and was stepmother to his son, Javier. '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 Food Network said in a statement after her death. Burrell became a fan favorite at the Food Network for her signature spiky blonde hair and energetic personality on 'Worst Cooks,' doing her best to shape floundering chefs into respectable recipe followers. -------------
Los Angeles Times
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
Food Network star Anne Burrell died by suicide
Beloved Food Network star Anne Burrell died by suicide, according to the New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner. On Thursday morning, the chief medical examiner listed the cause of death as 'acute intoxication due to the combined effects of diphenhydramine, ethanol, cetirizine, and amphetamine.' The celebrity chef and host of 'Worst Cooks in America' died June 17 at her home in New York. She was 55. The Food Network honored Burrell's legacy with a night of curated episodes of 'Worst Cooks' on June 25. Her final season on 'Worst Cooks,' co-hosted with Gabe Bertaccini, is scheduled to premiere July 28. Following the news of Burrell's sudden death, her co-stars and colleagues paid tribute on social media. 'A very special person who shared her love of cooking with a generation,' Tyler Florence, Burrell's longtime 'Worst Cooks' co-host, wrote on Instagram following her death. 'I was lucky to have a front row seat to watch her gift. She was an incredible Chef and I learned a lot from her, as we all do with one another.' Burrell 'owned New York City' and could often be found at Rangers games, Florence continued. While filming 'Worst Cooks,' Burrell would join Florence's family for dinner once a week and the two would stay out late drinking red wine if they didn't have work the next day. 'Anne had a collage of star tattoos on her left arm. I asked her what they meant and she said she loved the night sky. And, how lucky she felt to be a star,' Florence wrote. 'She was one of the brightest. There's a new star in the sky tonight. I see you Anne. With all your sparkle, looking down.' Fellow Food Network star Bobby Flay, who co-hosted 'Worst Cooks' for four seasons, posted on his Instagram story a photo of Burrell holding two Maine Coon cats, noting that the chef was the one who introduced him to the breed. Flay's late cat Nacho is a Maine Coon and the inspiration behind his cat food brand 'Made by Nacho.' 'Worst Cooks in America was the funnest show on TV,' Flay wrote. 'All of your co-hosts (me included) were just along for the Anne Burrell ride.' Model Gigi Hadid, who appeared alongside Burrell on an episode of 'Beat Bobby Flay' in 2020, also took to Instagram to express her grief. 'As a longtime fan, getting to share this day with her was a dream come true,' Hadid wrote in a story. 'I wish we could have done it again. She was awesome. Rest in Peace Legend.' Other Food Network regulars who honored Burrell include chefs Alex Guarnaschelli, Giada De Laurentiis and Maneet Chauhan; 'Worst Cooks' co-hosts Beau MacMillan, Robert Irvine and Carla Hall; 'The Next Food Network Star' winner Aarti Sequeira; and 'Cake Boss' star Buddy Valastro. 'Anne, your passion, energy, and love for food lit up every kitchen,' Valastro wrote on Instagram. 'You were a true force and a beautiful soul. Rest in peace, Chef.'
Time of India
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Anne Burrell's last ‘Worst Cooks' season set to air after her sudden passing, honouring star chef's unforgettable legacy
In a tragic twist that no one saw coming, Food Network favourite Anne Burrell passed away suddenly at the age of 55, just hours after delivering a stand-up comedy routine, her first public performance with her improv class. Now, fans will have the chance to see her on-screen one final time, as her last season of Worst Cooks in America is set to air later this month. Worst Cooks in America: Talented and Terrible will premiere on Monday, July 28 at 9:00 p.m. ET on Food Network, with episodes available to stream the following day on HBO Max. A season that showcases Anne's signature wit Unlike previous seasons, this one flips the show's original format by bringing in participants who are used to performing, but certainly not in the kitchen. Think actors, dancers, stage performers, and even comedians, all stepping into Anne's culinary boot camp with zero kitchen skills and a lot of flair. Joining Anne this season is chef Gabe Bertaccini, who will co-mentor the new recruits. The series opens with contestants whipping up their 'signature showstopper dish' before facing the iconic 'winner winner chicken dinner' challenge. Only the best of the worst will survive elimination and move forward to learn everything from restaurant staples to global cuisines, even tackling the legendary Remote Control Chef challenge. Honouring Anne Burrell's legacy Leading up to the new season, Food Network has been airing selected episodes of Worst Cooks to honour Anne's impact. According to Betsy Ayala, Head of Content for Food at Warner Bros. Discovery, these special episodes were chosen to celebrate Anne's unique talent as a chef, competitor and teacher. Her recent foray into stand-up comedy was something she had shared excitedly on Instagram. Just days before her death, Anne invited fans to her improv class performance at Second City in Brooklyn, calling the experience an 'absolute blast.' Saying goodbye, one episode at a time Anne Burrell's final season is more than just a television show, it is a farewell letter written in food, laughter, and fiery determination. As the kitchen lights go up one last time, fans will witness the brilliance that made Anne an unforgettable star, on and off the stove.
