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New York Post
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How ‘Worst Cooks in America' paid tribute to Anne Burrell after her tragic death
'Worst Cooks in America' honored Anne Burrell after her tragic death. The Food Network series paid tribute to the late chef during Monday night's Season 29 premiere, which filmed before Burrell died at age 55 last month. At the end of the episode, a photo of Burrell appeared on the screen alongside the words, 'In Memoriam, Anne Burrell, 1969-2025.' 8 The 'Worst Cooks in America' tribute to Anne Burrell during the Season 29 premiere. Discovery 8 'Worst Cooks in America' shared a crisis hotline message on the show. Discovery The show also shared a crisis hotline message that read, 'If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.' Burrell died by suicide in her Brooklyn home on June 17. Police responded to a 911 call from Burrell's residence for a reported cardiac arrest and discovered her 'unconscious and unresponsive.' Sources told The Post that Burrell's body was found next to dozens of pills. 8 Anne Burrell during the Food Network and Cooking Channel New York City Wine and Food Festival in 2019. Getty Images for NYCWFF The New York City medical examiner's office specified Burrell's cause of death as 'acute intoxication due to the combined effects of diphenhydramine, ethanol, cetirizine and amphetamine.' The Food Network recently confirmed to People that 'Worst Cooks in America' will pay tribute to Burrell 'each week' during Season 29, which she's hosting with Gabriele Bertaccini. 8 Jeff Mauro and Anne Burrell on 'Worst Cooks in America' Season 23. Jason DeCrow 8 Anne Burrell at a screening of 'Julia' in New York City in Nov. 2021. Madison McGaw/ Bertaccini, 39, told TV Insider last week about one of his final interactions with Burrell while filming Season 29. 'It was the finale. Everyone is tired. Weeks and weeks have gone by. We are celebrating the end of the shoot, and I get really sick,' Bertaccini explained. 'I had this cold. I felt like crap. We go through the production meeting, and Anne hands me this card. It said, 'I hope you feel better.' In the card, there is this cute little heart that she crocheted. She loved to knit. She would do that while waiting for shooting time. This was relaxing to her.' 8 Gabe Bertaccini and Anne Burrell on 'Worst Cooks in America' Season 29. Food Network 'It was such a beautiful gesture and completely unnecessary,' the Italian chef added. 'That's exactly who Anne was. It's a great memory that I'll be taking with me.' Burrell starred in the first 27 seasons of the show but took a break from Season 28 to focus on other endeavors. 'I can cook, yes, I can do TV, but also, what else? I've got more to do in my life, I feel like,' she shared on Tori Spelling's 'misSPELLING' podcast in March. Burrell explained that she started taking improv acting classes and teased she was working on other projects at the time. 8 Anne Burrell on Food Network's 'Guy's Grocery Games.' Food Network After her passing, a representative from Food Network told The Post: '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.' Friends of Burrell's from her time on the channel also spoke out after her passing. Beau MacMillan, who co-hosted Season 1 of 'Worst Cooks in America' with Burrell, told The Post last month, 'The news hit me like a gut punch. Anne was bigger than life, whether she was running a kitchen or filming a show, you knew she was in charge.' 8 Anne Burrell on 'Worst Cooks in America.' Instagram/@officialworstcooks 'One of the most beloved icons of our industry, she inspired millions of people,' MacMillan expressed. 'She was smart, talented and so much fun to be around. She has left us way too soon.'
New York Post
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Anne Burrell's inner circle ‘shocked and confused' after chef is found dead surrounded by pills
Anne Burrell's inner circle is in deep mourning after her tragic death. 'We're all shocked and confused,' a source close to the late Food Network star told People on Tuesday. Burrell passed away on the morning of June 17 at her home in Brooklyn. She reportedly suffered a 'cardiac arrest' and was found 'unconscious and unresponsive' on the shower floor by her husband, Stuart Claxton, and pronounced dead at the scene. 9 Anne Burrell poses during the Food Network and Cooking Channel New York City Wine and Food Festival in Oct. 2019. Getty Images for NYCWFF A source told The Post that Burrell's body was discovered next to dozens of pills. The New York Times later reported that the NYPD was investigating her death as a possible overdose. The night before her death, the celebrity chef performed an improv comedy show in Brooklyn. 'She was having the best night,' actress Jane Margolis, a member of Burrell's improv troupe, told People. 9 Anne Burrell on 'Good Morning America' in 2016. Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty Images 'She'd come up with these one-liners out of the blue that were just hysterical,' added Margolis. 'She really was so into it.' During the improv show, Burrell 'was in great spirits' during and after the event, a source who was with her that night previously told People. Many of Burrell's friends and colleagues have remembered her fondly since her passing. 9 Anne Burrell and Craig Melvin on 'Today' in Aug. 2023. Nathan Congleton/NBC via Getty Images 9 Pastry chef Duff Goldman and Anne Burrell. duffgoldman/Instagram 'She gave constant encouragement to invite other women into the field of cooking,' Chef Alex Guarnaschelli said to People, noting that Burrell was special because of her 'girl chef's sensibility.' Chef Sunny Anderson added that the 'Worst Cooks in America' host 'didn't shrink for TV. TV kind of had to contain her.' Meanwhile, chef Tyler Florence called Burrell 'a force of nature.' 9 Anne Burrell cooking at the 2019 Food Network and Cooking Channel New York City Wine and Food Festival. Getty Images for NYCWFF 'That 'it factor' people talk about with celebrities? She had it in spades,' Florence, 54, told People. 'She was so big people would just fall all over her.' Elizabeth Eaton Rosenthal, the influencer who appeared in Burrell's final Instagram post, told the Daily Mail on Monday that Burrell was 'very happy' when they ran into each other just days before the star's death. 9 Anne Burrell with her husband Stuart Claxton in 2022. Anne Burrell/Instagram 9 Anne Burrell with her sister Jane. Anne Burrell/Instagram 'She said she had been wanting to meet me for so long,' the Green Lady of Brooklyn said, 'and she finally did, so she was very happy' Other stars who have paid tribute to Burrell include Rachael Ray, who served as a bridesmaid in Burrell and Claxton's 2021, and Bobby Flay, who worked with Burrell on 'Worst Cooks in America.' Burrell's family paid tribute to the adored chef as well. 9 Anne Burrell at the 2016 Food Network and Cooking Channel South Beach Wine and Food Festival. Thaddaeus McAdams 'Anne was a beloved wife, sister, daughter, stepmother and friend — her smile lit up every room she entered,' the family said in a statement last week. 'Anne's light radiated far beyond those she knew, touching millions across the world,' the statement continued. 'Though she is no longer with us, her warmth, spirit and boundless love remain eternal.' 9 Anne Burrell attends day two of the Austin FOOD and WINE Festival 2023. Scott Moore/Shutterstock Over 100 loved ones went to Burrell's private wake on the Upper East Side over the weekend. Burrell's Food Network colleagues, including 'Chopped' judge Scott Conant, Amanda Freitag and Marc Murphy, were among the attendees.
New York Post
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Inside Anne Burrell's Brooklyn improv show hours before her shocking death
Anne Burrell embraced comedy the night before her shocking death. The 55-year-old chef performed an improv show at The Second City New York in Brooklyn on Monday night. She was found dead at her home in Brooklyn the following day. 'Everyone said she was so great last night and so happy,' a source told People. 10 Anne Burrell at the Food Network and Cooking Channel New York City Wine and Food Festival in 2019. Getty Images for NYCWFF 10 Anne Burrell at the 2022 Food Network New York City Wine and Food Festival. Getty Images for NYCWFF A different source who was with Burrell at the improv show said the late star 'was in great spirits last night during and after the improv show.' 'Typical fun, outgoing Anne, having a blast,' the insider shared. Burrell seemed fine when the show ended, added the source, who stated that everyone is 'shocked and confused' over her death. 10 Anne Burrell at Second City New York in Brooklyn. chefanneburrell/Instagram A week before her death, the Food Network star posted an Instagram teasing her June 16 improv show. 'Sooooooo… as I have mentioned I have been taking Improv classes @thesecondcitytc and having an ABSOLUTE blast!!!' she wrote alongside a group photo of her and her classmates outside the venue, followed by a selfie of her inside. 10 Anne Burrell outside Second City New York in Brooklyn. chefanneburrell/Instagram 'My class and I are coming to the end of this term and we get to do an actual show!!!' Burrell continued. 'If anyone is interested in stopping by on Monday June 16 at 9 pm @thesecondcity in Brooklyn please feel free!! We are a small but SUPER fun bunch.' Burrell announced she was taking improv classes at The Second City in March, writing on Instagram, 'Can I just say it is SO much fun and I am learning so SO much!!! It really helps me get out of my shell… as if I needed that!! #ilovewhatido #luckygirl.' 10 Anne Burrell at the 2023 Austin Food And Wine Festival. Getty Images The Second City posted a tribute to Burrell following news of her death on Tuesday. 'We're are deeply saddened by the loss of our friend and student, Anne Burrell,' the venue wrote. 'She will be missed and remembered as a vibrant part of our Second City New York Training Center community. 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.' 10 Anne Burrell at the James Beard Foundation Awards Gala in 2013. Andy Kropa/Invision/AP 10 Anne Burrell at the premiere of the Showtime limited series 'The Loudest Voice' in June 2019. Evan Agostini/Invision/AP The Post has reached out to The Second City New York for comment. The New York City Police Department confirmed that Burrell was found 'unconscious and unresponsive' and pronounced dead at her home in Brooklyn. Her cause of death has yet to be confirmed. The Office of Chief Medical Examiner will conduct an autopsy. 10 Anne Burrell conducts at culinary presentation during the Food Network New York City Wine and Food Festival. Bryan Bedder Burrell's family confirmed her death in an emotional statement. 'Anne was a beloved wife, sister, daughter, stepmother, and friend — her smile lit up every room she entered,' their statement read. 10 Anne Burrell in 2007. Zandy Mangold for NY Post The family added that Burrell'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.' 10 Anne Burrell during the 2016 Food Network and Cooking Channel South Beach Wine and Food Festival. Thaddaeus McAdams The Food Network remembered Burrell with a touching tribute as well. '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,' a representative for the network told The Post.
