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Hindustan Times
an hour ago
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- Hindustan Times
Anne Burrell death: X user recalls Food Network star's heartwarming gesture the day he got engaged, 'She offered to…'
Tributes have poured in on social media after the death of celebrity chef and host of The Food Network's 'Worst Cooks in America,' Anne Burrell. Many took to X to recall their sweet memories with her, with one man recounting Burrell's heartwarming gesture upon learning that he was going to propose to his then-girlfriend, who is now his wife. 'This is so sad. The day my wife & I got engaged, we ran into Anne Burrell in Iceland,' Victor Romero wrote on X. 'I told her I was going to propose to my gf. She got excited & offered to take photos. She couldn't have been more friendly.' 'I'll miss watching her on tv, but glad to have a fun memory with her,' Romero added. Burrell died at the age of 55. The Food Network shared the tragic news in an Instagram post, writing, 'We are deeply saddened to share the news that beloved chef, Anne Burrell, passed away this morning. 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.' Many others remembered Burrell on social media, with chef Robert Irvine calling her a 'radiant spirit who lit up every room she entered.' 'From the very beginning on Worst Cooks in America, our friendly rivalry was fueled by mutual respect: I'd risk bleaching my hair; she'd risk losing hers. An epic wager that epitomized her unbeatable spirit. It was a wager I ultimately lost, but I couldn't imagine losing to a more fierce competitor,'Irvine wrote. 'Outside of Worst Cooks I came to know her as a generous and supportive colleague and an even better friend. I'll always remember her unwavering dedication, not just to food, but to lifting others up. She believed in nurturing culinary potential and celebrating small victories, whether in an amateur cook or on a charity fundraiser,' he further said, adding, 'That was Anne. Uncompromising in her standards, yet tender in her mentorship.' American comedian and television hostLoni Love described Burrell as 'the same on and off camera.' 'Anne Burrell's passing has left me in shock and sorrow. She was a gifted chef, and an extraordinary person. Chef Anne was the same on and off camera,' Love wrote. 'She would just check on me out the blue. I will miss her tremendously. My condolences to her husband, family, & fans. Rest Chef'. Food Network personality Aarti Sequeira wrote, 'The first time I met Anne Burrell, she gave me tough love I didn't want—but needed. She was bold, warm, and real. I still hear her in my kitchen: 'Brown food tastes good!' Anne, you'll be missed. Thank you for teaching us all.'
Daily Mirror
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Gigi Hadid leads tributes to Food Network star after tragic death at 55
Gigi Hadid has joined celebrities and fans alike in paying tribute to Food Network and Worst Cooks in America star Anne Burrell after her death at the age of 55 Celebrities and fans have come together to pay sweet tributes to Anne Burrell following her death aged 55. The Food Network and host of Amazon Prime Video's Worst Cooks in America star died at home in Brooklyn it was confirmed on Tuesday. Now, stars have been quick to pay their respects to the star, with Gigi Hadid among those sharing fond memories of the star. The model, 30, teamed up with the chef for the competition series Beat Bobby Flay in 2023. Sharing the heartwarming memory, Gigi uploaded a photo to Instagram from their joint TV appearance. She wrote: "I am heartbroken to hear of the loss of the Great Anne Burrell. As a longtime fan, getting to share this day with her was a dream come true." Gigi went on to reveal the duo "beat Bobby" as they enjoyed hanging out and grabbing food during thes show. She added: "I wish we could have done it again. She was awesome." Wells Adams, a Bachelor Nation alum who also appeared on Worst Cooks also took to the social media platform to share an emotional tribute. He wrote: "I just heard about the passing of @chefanneburrell. I learned so much from you on Worst Cooks. I know you'll be cooking up a storm in heaven. RIP." Carla Hall, who appeared on Top Chef, told PEOPLE: "She was fierce, funny, and an incredibly talented cook and teacher—someone who brought so much fire and joy to everything she did. I was lucky to work alongside her on Worst Cooks and other nonprofit events. She will be deeply missed." And fellow Food Network personality Aarti Sequeira said on Twitter /X: "The first time I met Anne Burrell, she gave me tough love I didn't want—but needed. She was bold, warm, and real. "I still hear her in my kitchen: 'Brown food tastes good!' Anne, you'll be missed. Thank you for teaching us all. #luckygirl." Comedian Loni Love also took to the platform, sharing a snap of the pair alongside the tribute: "Anne Burrell's passing has left me in shock and sorrow. She was a gifted chef, and an extraordinary person. "Chef Anne was the same on and off camera. She would just check on me out the blue. I will miss her tremendously. My condolences to her husband, family, & fans. Rest Chef" The tributes came after the Food Network broke the news on their page. "We are deeply saddened to share the news that beloved chef, Anne Burrell, passed away this morning," the statement on Tuesday read. "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." Anne's big TV breakthrough came in 2010 when she first started hosting the brutal Worst Cooks in America alongside Beau MacMillan. The show saw the professionals take contestants through a "culinary boot camp" on their journey to become better chefs. Since its launch, the show has had 28 seasons, many of which can be watched on Amazon Prime Video. Other projects - mostly on Food Network - have included Chef Wanted with Anne Burrell, a series which saw her take chef candidates through the toughest job interview of their lives in a bid to work at some of the best stateside restaurants.
New York Times
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- New York Times
Anne Burrell, Chef and Food Network Star, Dies at 55
Anne Burrell, a chef and television personality known for her kinetic swoop of blond hair and an energy to match, died on Tuesday in Brooklyn. She was 55. 'Anne was a beloved wife, sister, daughter, stepmother and friend,' her family said in a statement, which did not mention a cause of death. 'Her smile lit up every room she entered. 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.' Ms. Burrell spent years working in Italian restaurants in Manhattan, including Savoy Restaurant and Felidia Ristorante, before ascending to household fame on the Food Network. She began as a sous-chef on 'Iron Chef America' to the chef Mario Batali, but her distinctive swagger made her stand apart from even the effusive Mr. Batali, prompting the network to offer her a show of her own. That show, 'Secrets of a Restaurant Chef,' premiered in 2008 and ran for nine seasons. Ms. Burrell remained a staple of the Food Network, hosting the hit show 'Worst Cooks in America' and appearing regularly on network favorites like 'Chopped' and 'Food Network Star.' In a statement, a spokeswoman for the Food Network said, '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.' Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
Yahoo
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Food Network star Anne Burrell dead at 55
NEW YORK — Anne Burrell, the Food Network star best known for leading the channel's hit show 'Worst Cooks in America,' died on Tuesday. She was 55. Burrell died at her home in Brooklyn, according to TMZ. Her cause of death was not immediately reported; sources told the outlet she was found unresponsive at the residence Tuesday morning. 'Anne's light radiated far beyond those she knew, touching millions across the world,' Burrell's family told People in a statement. 'Though she is no longer with us, her warmth, spirit and boundless love remain eternal.' Burrell became a fan favorite at the Food Network for her energetic personality on 'Worst Cooks,' doing her best to shape floundering chefs into respectable recipe followers. When Burrell wasn't tapped to join the show's 28th season in January — after playing a central role in the first 27 — viewers were appalled and even Burrell was baffled. When asked on social media why she wasn't on the show anymore, she replied, 'I don't know.' Though she was only 55, Burrell was a Food Network veteran, competing in more than 200 culinary battles on the channel. She got her start as a sous chef on 'Iron Chef America' before taking on a larger role. Some of her many appearances included 'Chef Wanted,' 'Chopped,' 'Food Network Star' and a new series, 'House of Knives,' which debuted in March. Born on Sept. 21, 1969, in Cazenovia, N.Y., Burrell didn't begin her culinary journey until first obtaining an English and communications degree from Canisius University in Buffalo. But from there, it was all food. She graduated from the prestigious Culinary Institute of America, then snagged a job at a Michelin star restaurant in Italy before eventually moving to New York City. Her TV career began in 2005 as a sous chef to Mario Batali on 'Iron Chef,' but it took off a few years later when she got her own program, 'Secrets of a Restaurant Chef.' 'Burrell's on-air persona combines the physical heft of Batali, a permanent case of bed-head and the totally wacky comedic sensibility of a pre-rehab Robin Williams,' the Dallas Observer wrote in 2011. In addition to her TV success, Burrell wrote two cookbooks: 'Cook Like a Rock Star' in 2011 and 'Own Your Kitchen' in 2013. 'I like to put happy and joy into my food, and it's not so serious,' Burrell told Tasting Table in an April interview. 'I teach the worst cooks in the world. I mean, you got to know how to do that.' Burrell is survived by her husband, Stuart Claxton, whom she married in 2021; her stepson, Javier; her mother, Marlene; and her siblings, Ben and Jane. _____
Chicago Tribune
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Chicago Tribune
Food Network star Anne Burrell dead at 55
Anne Burrell, the Food Network star best known for hosting the channel's hit show 'Worst Cooks in America,' died Tuesday. She was 55. Burrell died at her home in Brooklyn, according to People magazine. Her cause of death was not immediately reported. 'Anne's light radiated far beyond those she knew, touching millions across the world,' Burrell's family told People in a statement. 'Though she is no longer with us, her warmth, spirit, and boundless love remain eternal.' Burrell became a fan favorite at the Food Network for her energetic personality on 'Worst Cooks,' doing her best to shape floundering chefs into respectable recipe followers. She got her start at Food Network as a sous chef on 'Iron Chef America' before taking on a larger role. Burrell also appeared on 'Chef Wanted,' 'Chopped,' 'Food Network Star' and a new series, 'House of Knives,' which debuted in March.
