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Anne Burrell, a beloved chef and Food Network star, passed away at the age of 55 on June 17, 2025, at her home in Brooklyn, New York. Her family confirmed her death in an emotional statement, describing her as a “beloved wife, sister, daughter, stepmother, and friend” whose “smile lit up every room she entered.”
@chefanneburrell was one of a kind. She will be sorely missed. pic.twitter.com/CIAtb7hDlp
— alex guarnaschelli (@guarnaschelli) June 19, 2025
Emergency services responded to a 911 call about a reported cardiac arrest at Burrell’s address around 7:50 a.m. on June 17. Officers from the New York City Police Department found Burrell “unconscious and unresponsive” at the scene.
The evening before her death, Burrell participated in an improv show at The Second City in Brooklyn. She had been taking improv classes and expressed her excitement about the show on Instagram, inviting others to attend.
I am stunned and deeply saddened by the news of the passing of Anne Burrell.
Anne wasn’t just a fiery chef. She was 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… pic.twitter.com/3UG7rOgIPn
— Robert Irvine (@RobertIrvine) June 17, 2025
Her classmate, Jane Margolis, confirmed that Burrell had attended the show as planned and shared her shock at the news of her passing.
Anne Burrell Dead: Food Network Host & Celebrity Chef Was 55. So beautifully talented, innovative & hilarious…can’t believe this…so much love to her family & friends. https://t.co/lhtgVnMU7W
— Jill Hennessy (@JillHennessy) June 17, 2025
Anne Burrell passed unexpectedly
Burrell’s sudden death has left fans and colleagues in the culinary world mourning the loss of a cherished figure. The Food Network released a statement on their social media platform, expressing their deep sadness and describing Burrell as a “remarkable person and culinary talent.
Tributes from fellow Food Network stars and celebrities have poured in, with many sharing their memories and admiration for Burrell.
Bobby Flay, who worked with Burrell on multiple food shows, shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, recalling the fun they had on “Worst Cooks in America” and thanking her for introducing him to the world of Maine Coon cats. Burrell’s final Instagram post, shared just six days before her death, captured her excitement at meeting the Green Lady of Brooklyn, a local celebrity known for her green hair and clothing. Burrell is survived by her husband, Stuart Claxton, whom she married in October 2021 after meeting on Bumble in 2018, along with his son Javier, her mother Marlene, her sister Jane, her brother Ben, and their children.
Her legacy in the culinary world will be remembered for her contributions and the joy she brought through her cooking and television appearances.
