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Yahoo
12 hours ago
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Bobby Flay Pays Tribute To Anne Burrell: 'A Gift I'll Have Forever'
Chef Bobby Flay is remembering Food Network star Anne Burrell folllowing her sudden death Tuesday. 'The greatest gift I got from AB was turning me on to a world of Maine Coon Cats (including Nacho)… a gift that I'll have forever,' Flay wrote on Instagram, referring to his pet cat Nacho that Burrell influenced him to get, alongside a photo of Burrell with two cats. More from Deadline Anne Burrell Dies: Food Network's 'Worst Cooks In America' Host & Celebrity Chef Was 55 2025 Deaths Photo Gallery: Hollywood & Media Obituaries Paul McCartney Remembers "Musical Genius" Brian Wilson: "I Loved Him" Flay also praised Burrell's show Worst Cooks in America. He wrote,, 'Worst Cooks in America was the funnest show on TV. All of your co-hosts (me included) were just alongside for the Anne Burrell ride.' Comedian Loni Love, who served as a guest judge on an episode of Beat Bobby Flay featuring Burrell, also remembered the Food Network star on X, saying Burrell's passing left her 'in shock and sorrow.' 'She was a gifted chef, and an extraordinary person,' Love wrote. '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, (and) fans.' Tyler Florence, who co-starred with Burrell on Worst Cooks in America,' said he was 'heartbroken,' noting 'she was Mensa smart, with razor wit and sincere kindness'. Food Network chef Giada DeLaurentiis wrote on Instagram that Burrell's passing is 'Such a loss. Thank you for all the joy you brought to kitchens everywhere.' Burrell died Tuesday, June 17, at her home in New York City. She was 55. A cause of death has not yet been determined. Burrell's family confirmed her death in a statement to Deadline. 'Anne was a beloved wife, sister, daughter, stepmother, and friend — 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.' Best of Deadline 2025 Deaths Photo Gallery: Hollywood & Media Obituaries 2024 Hollywood & Media Deaths: Photo Gallery & Obituaries Remembering Shelley Duvall: A Career In Photos
Fox News
14 hours ago
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- Fox News
Bobby Flay remembers Anne Burrell's 'greatest gift' after her sudden death
Celebrity chef Bobby Flay is honoring the memory of his longtime friend and fellow Food Network star Anne Burrell. Flay, 60, took to social media to pay tribute to Burrell after her sudden death on June 17. She was 55. "'Worst Cooks in America' was the funnest show on TV. All of your co-hosts (me included) were just alongside for the Anne Burrell ride," Flay penned on his Instagram Story, as he shared a sweet photo of Burrell holding two cats. Burrell was all smiles as she held two calico Maine Coon cats inside a home. "The greatest gift I got from AB was turning me on to a world of Maine Coon Cats (including Nacho)... a gift that I'll have forever." Flay's sweet tribute comes after he recently posted about his love for cats on his social media, as he owns a Maine Coon, like Burrell, named Stella. "The recipe for Made by Nacho: Take one chef, add lifelong cat obsession, simmer for decades. This is what cat-dad-since-forever looks like," he shared on Instagram on June 15. The two chefs served as mentors on "Worst Cooks in America." The reality competition series blended high-stakes culinary challenges with humor and heart during its premiere beginning in 2010. More details surrounding Burrell's death were released on June 18. On Tuesday, shortly before 8 a.m., authorities responded to a 911 call to a Brooklyn residence - one that matches Burrell's home address - about a reported cardiac arrest, the New York City Fire Department confirmed to Fox News Digital. "Upon arrival, officers observed a 55-year-old female unconscious and unresponsive," the NYPD said in a statement to Fox News Digital. "EMS responded and pronounced the female deceased at the scene." The Chief Medical Examiner will determine the cause of death and the investigation remains ongoing at this time. The evening before she was found, Burrell performed an improv show at The Second City New York in Brooklyn, according to People magazine. A representative for the channel announced Burrell's death in a press release that was obtained by Fox News Digital on Tuesday. "It is with deep sadness we announce that Anne Burrell, 55, passed away this morning at her home in New York," read a statement from the network. "With her trademark spiky blonde hair and sparkling personality, Anne Burrell was the hugely popular and fan favorite host of Food Network's hit show, 'Worst Cooks in America.' Burrell was an industry veteran and passionate teacher who prided herself on her work in the culinary world." The Food Network star's family paid tribute to the late celebrity chef in a statement. "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."
Daily Mail
14 hours ago
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- Daily Mail
Bobby Flay breaks his silence on Anne Burrell's death… as he reveals the 'greatest gift' he received from her
Anne Burrell's celebrity chef friend Bobby Flay has shared an emotional tribute following her sudden death at age 55. Beloved Food Network star Burrell — who famously hosted Secrets of a Restaurant Chef and co-hosted Worst Cooks in America — died at her Brooklyn, New York apartment on Tuesday - with harrowing new details of her demise recently released. Restaurateur Flay, 60, shared a photo of Anne cuddling two of her cats as he revealed the most memorable token she gave him. 'The greatest gift I got from AB was turning me on to a world of Maine Coon Cats (including Nacho)… a gift that I'll have forever,' he said in reference to his pet cat Nacho. Noting Burrell's Food Network series, which he guest-starred on for four seasons, he said, 'Worst Cooks in America was the funnest show on TV. All of your co-hosts (me included) were just alongside for the Anne Burrell ride.' The end of the heartfelt tribute read: '#unforgettable.' Noting Burrell's Food Network series, which he guest-starred on for four seasons, he said, 'Worst Cooks in America was the funnest show on TV. All of your co-hosts (me included) were just alongside for the Anne Burrell ride'; pictured in 2012 Burrell's impact on Flay was evident on Father's Day as he raved about being a 'cat dad.' Sharing clips of his orange-colored feline in a joint post with his cat food business, Made By Nacho, he wrote, 'The recipe for Made by Nacho: Take one chef, add lifelong cat obsession, simmer for decades ✨ This is what cat-dad-since-forever looks like.' The two chefs had a shared love for their animals, with Burrell often posting images of her cats online as well. Law enforcement sources told TMZ that Burrell was found unresponsive and lying on the shower floor by her husband Stuart Claxton early Tuesday morning. Claxton reportedly last saw his wife alive at approximately 1AM, before finding her unconscious in their bathroom six or seven hours later. Anne's cause of death has not yet been reported by the Office of Chief Medical Examiner, and an investigation is ongoing. 'Anne was a beloved wife, sister, daughter, stepmother, and friend — her smile lit up every room she entered,' her family said in a statement obtained by Tuesday. '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,' they shared. Burrell's impact on Flay was evident on Father's Day as he raved about being a 'cat dad.' The two chefs had a shared love for their animals, with Burrell often posting images of her cats online as well A Food Network spokesperson added, '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 TV chef, recognized by her trademark spiky platinum hair, is survived by Claxton, whom she wed in October 2021 in her hometown of Cazenovia, New York. Other surviving family members are her mother Marlene, sister Jane, brother Ben, and her children Isabella, Amelia and Nicolas. After earning a degree in English and Communications from Canisius College in Buffalo in 1991, she enrolled at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, graduating in 1996. She was later thrust into the spotlight as she became known as the longtime host of Worst Cooks in America.
Daily Mail
16 hours ago
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BREAKING NEWS Bobby Flay breaks his silence on Anne Burrell's death… as he reveals the 'greatest gift' he received from her
Anne Burrell's celebrity chef friend Bobby Flay has shared an emotional tribute following her sudden death at age 55. Beloved Food Network star Burrell — who famously hosted Secrets of a Restaurant Chef and co-hosted Worst Cooks in America — died at her Brooklyn, New York apartment on Tuesday - with harrowing new details of her demise recently released. Restaurateur Flay, 60, shared a photo of Anne cuddling two of her cats as he revealed the most memorable token she gave him. 'The greatest gift I got from AB was turning me on to a world of Maine Coon Cats (including Nacho)… a gift that I'll have forever,' he said in reference to his pet cat Nacho. Noting Burrell's Food Network series, which he guest-starred on for four seasons, he said, 'Worst Cooks in America was the funnest show on TV. All of your co-hosts (me included) were just alongside for the Anne Burrell ride.' The end of the heartfelt tribute read: '#unforgettable.' Burrell's impact on Flay was evident on Father's Day as he raved about being a 'cat dad.' Sharing clips of his orange-colored feline in a joint post with his cat food business, Made By Nacho, he wrote, 'The recipe for Made by Nacho: Take one chef, add lifelong cat obsession, simmer for decades ✨ This is what cat-dad-since-forever looks like.' The two chefs had a shared love for their animals, with Burrell often posting images of her cats online as well. Law enforcement sources told TMZ that Burrell was found unresponsive and lying on the shower floor by her husband Stuart Claxton early Tuesday morning. Claxton reportedly last saw his wife alive at approximately 1AM, before finding her unconscious in their bathroom six or seven hours later. Anne's cause of death has not yet been reported by the Office of Chief Medical Examiner, and an investigation is ongoing. 'Anne was a beloved wife, sister, daughter, stepmother, and friend — her smile lit up every room she entered,' her family said in a statement obtained by Tuesday. '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,' they shared. Burrell's impact on Flay was evident on Father's Day as he raved about being a 'cat dad.' The two chefs had a shared love for their animals, with Burrell often posting images of her cats online as well A Food Network spokesperson added, '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 TV chef, recognized by her trademark spiky platinum hair, is survived by Claxton, whom she wed in October 2021 in her hometown of Cazenovia, New York. Other surviving family members are her mother Marlene, sister Jane, brother Ben, and her children Isabella, Amelia and Nicolas. After earning a degree in English and Communications from Canisius College in Buffalo in 1991, she enrolled at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, graduating in 1996. She was later thrust into the spotlight as she became known as the longtime host of Worst Cooks in America.
New York Post
17 hours ago
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- New York Post
Bobby Flay reveals ‘greatest gift' Anne Burrell gave him before her tragic death at 55
Bobby Flay is toasting to Anne Burrell. The celebrity chef, 60, shared a social media tribute Wednesday to Burrell, who was found dead in her Brooklyn home at age 55 earlier this week. ''Worst Cooks in America' was the funnest show on TV. All of your co-hosts (me included) were just alongside for the Anne Burrell ride,' Flay wrote on his Instagram Stories. 9 Anne Burrell and Bobby Flay in 2014. Carly Erickson/BFA/Shutterstock 'The greatest gift I got from AB was turning me on to a world of Maine Coon Cats (including Nacho)… a gift that I'll have forever,' he added, referring to his cat Nacho. Flay's tribute featured a picture of Burrell holding two Calico Maine Coon cats. 9 Bobby Flay's tribute to Anne Burrell. Bobby Flay / Instagram The 'Beat Bobby Flay' host posted about his pet cat Nacho just two days before Burrell died. 'The recipe for Made by Nacho: Take one chef, add lifelong cat obsession, simmer for decades ✨,' he wrote alongside an Instagram video of the feline, adding, 'This is what cat-dad-since-forever looks like.' 9 Bobby Flay with his cat Nacho. Bobby Flay/Instagram Burrell co-hosted the Food Network series 'Worst Cooks in America,' which Flay appeared on as one of the celebrity chefs for four seasons. 9 Bobby Flay and Anne Burrell on 'Today' in 2012. NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images The shocking news of Burrell's death broke on Tuesday. The New York City Police Department revealed that Burrell was found 'unconscious and unresponsive' at her home in Brooklyn after she allegedly went into cardiac arrest. Her husband, Stuart Claxton, reportedly discovered the star unconscious on the shower floor, about six or seven hours after he last saw her alive at 1 a.m. 9 Anne Burrell at the Food Network and Cooking Channel New York City Wine and Food Festival in 2019. Getty Images for NYCWFF After calling 911, Claxton was allegedly advised to begin performing CPR on Burrell. She was pronounced dead at the scene once emergency services arrived at around 7:50 a.m. Her cause of death has yet to be confirmed. 9 Stuart Claxton and Anne Burrell at the The 40th Anniversary Gala: House Of Harvest event in 2023. Getty Images for City Harvest The night before she passed away, Burrell performed improv at a venue in Brooklyn. A witness claimed that Burrell 'was in great spirits' during and after the show. In a statement to People, Burrell's family said: 'Anne was a beloved wife, sister, daughter, stepmother, and friend — 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,' the family added. 9 Anne Burrell at the Food Network New York City Wine and Food Festival in 2022. Getty Images for NYCWFF Numerous stars have paid tribute to Burrell including Rachael Ray, who was a bridesmaid in Burrell's 2021 wedding to Claxton. 'I can't quite believe it — such a strong, vibrant, fearless woman, so full of life and love, could be gone so soon,' Ray, 56, wrote on Instagram, adding that she was 'truly shaken' by Burrell's death. 9 Rachael Ray poses with Anne Burrell on set. rachaelray/Instagram 9 Rachael Ray and Anne Burrell at Anne's wedding. rachaelray/Instagram 'Anne honored me by asking me to be her bridesmaid, something I'd only done once before for my sister,' Ray went on. 'Despite being surrounded by incredible chefs, she never once made me feel self-conscious about not being one — she always treated me as one of the gang.' The Food Network similarly honored Burrell in a statement to 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,' the network said.
