Anne Burrell, beloved Food Network chef, dies at 55


Anne Burrell, the fiery and charismatic host of Worst Cooks in America, passed away on June 17, 2025, in Brooklyn, New York. Her death was officially ruled a suicide due to acute intoxication from a combination of diphenhydramine, ethanol, cetirizine, and amphetamine.

🍳 Culinary Legacy

  • Trained at the Culinary Institute of America and studied in Italy

  • Rose to fame as Mario Batali’s sous chef on Iron Chef America

  • Hosted Secrets of a Restaurant Chef and Chef Wanted with Anne Burrell

  • Coached 27 seasons of Worst Cooks in America, mentoring amateur cooks with tough love and infectious energy

📺 Pop Culture & Personality

  • Known for her platinum blonde hair and bold, joyful presence

  • Authored two bestselling cookbooks: Cook Like a Rock Star and Own Your Kitchen

  • Appeared in parades, cruises, and comedy shows, including a performance at The Second City the night before her death

💔 Final Days & Tributes

Burrell was found unresponsive in her shower, surrounded by pills. Her husband, Stuart Claxton, and family released heartfelt statements honoring her warmth, humor, and the joy she brought to kitchens and screens worldwide. The Food Network will air her final season of Worst Cooks on July 28.
















 

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