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Daily Mail
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Anne Burrell death investigation takes dramatic twist as chilling new information emerges
Anne Burrell's shock death investigation has taken another twist as chilling new information emerged about the scene where the chef was found dead on Tuesday. The beloved Food Network star — who famously hosted Secrets of a Restaurant Chef and co-hosted Worst Cooks in America — died at age 55 at her Brooklyn, New York apartment. Law enforcement sources told TMZ a large quantity of 'unknown pills' were found around where Burrell died. Insiders had previously revealed 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 the night prior before discovering her unconscious between six to seven hours later in their bathroom. has contacted representatives for Food Network and Burrell for comment but did not immediately hear back. Claxton contacted 911 and was allegedly advised by the operator to perform CPR on Burrell. However, her body was said to be cold and it is not known if he performed CPR. A possible cause of death has now been indicated by the 911 call, with the New York Fire Department confirming to Daily Mail that they were responding to a report of a cardiac arrest at 7.50am on Tuesday. She was found unresponsive in her Brooklyn, New York, home by police. In a statement to Daily Mail, the New York City Police Department confirmed that they were called to an address in Brooklyn in response to a report about an 'unconscious and unresponsive' 55-year-old female. The woman was pronounced dead at the scene. The cause of death has not yet been reported by the Office of Chief Medical Examiner, with an investigation ongoing. TMZ reports that EMS attempted CPR on Burrell but could not resuscitate her. '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. 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 - who became synonymous with her trademark spiky platinum hair - is survived by husband Stuart Claxton, whom she wed in October 2021 in an autumn-themed ceremony and reception in her hometown of Cazenovia, New York. She is also survived by her mother Marlene and sister Jane and her children Isabella, Amelia and Nicolas, and her brother Ben. Anne developed a passion for cooking at a young age, inspired by her mother's home-cooked meals and by watching food icon Julia Child on television. After earning a degree in English and Communications from Canisius College in Buffalo in 1991, she followed her culinary dreams and enrolled at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, graduating in 1996. She worked at a whole host of New York City hotspots including Felidia and Savoy in Soho, where she honed her craft in Mediterranean cuisine. She was later thrust into the spotlight and became best known as the longtime host of Worst Cooks in America. The show, which ran for 28 seasons, saw celebrated chefs mentor amateur cooks in an attempt to transform them from rookies to kitchen experts. Elsewhere, she appeared on Chef Wanted, Chopped, Food Network Star, and most recently, competition series House of Knives - which premiered in March this year. She was later thrust into the spotlight and became best known as the longtime host of Worst Cooks in America, seen here with her friend Rachael Ray The famed chef also penned two of her own cookbooks - Cook Like a Rock Star and Own Your Kitchen: Recipes to Inspire & Empower. Heartbroken fans have flooded to leave comments on her most recent Instagram post that was shared just four days ago. 'This can't be true. Chef Anne you were vivacious, hilarious, full of life and reminded me of my Mom. I'm so, so sorry. Rest with the Angels in Heaven and cook up a storm for us,' one wrote. 'Prayers for your family. This feels so unexpected! 'You were always one of our all time favorite chefs and seemed like a great person! I'm sure you'll be missed by many!' someone else shared. 'RIP ANNE! I can't believe this! We lost a good one!' one wrote. 'I was such a fan of you. I had been watching Worst Cooks for YEARS and just recently started watching newer seasons. 'I am so sad. May you rest in peace,' another penned. Gigi Hadid, who famously appeared on the cooking competition series Beat Bobby Flay with Burrell, led the celebrities expressing their heartbreak over Burrell's death. 'I am heartbroken to hear of the loss of the Great Anne Burrell,' the supermodel, 30, began. Hadid included a photo of herself and Burrell from their time filming Beat Bobby Flay back in 2023. 'As a longtime fan, getting to share this day with her was a dream come true. Beat Bobby. Hang. Eat,' she recalled. 'I wish we could have done it again. She was awesome. Rest in Peace Legend.' Chef Carla Hall, who previously appeared on Food Network's Top Chef, called Burrell an 'incredible cook and teacher.' Queer Eye for the Straight Guy star Carson Kressley, who was a close friend of Burrell's, revealed that he spoke to her just days before her death. He also shared a post to his own Instagram page which included a photo of him and Burrell. 'Rest easy, Chef Anne. I'm so blessed I was able to work with you, learn from you, laugh with you. So many memories - on screen and off - I cherish this photo of us living our best lives, as the kids say,' Kressley wrote. 'It's one of my favorite memories - just swimming in the ocean after a great lunch. Good food, good friends and lots of love and laughter all around. 'That's what I wish for you where you are now . I'll see you again someday, dear friend.' To conclude the tribute, Kressley revealed that 'Anne loved this photo of us so I know she'd be happy I chose this one.'
BBC News
a day ago
- Health
- BBC News
Swanley couple meet paramedics who saved newborn son's life
A couple from Kent have introduced their four-month-old son to the "superhero" paramedics who saved his life when he suffered a cardiac arrest after his Webb, 33, and Matt Woolhouse, 35, from Swanley, took baby George to Dartford Ambulance Station to meet some of the team who helped him after he was starved of oxygen during the Wheeler, one of the ambulance crew who helped save George, said she was "over the moon" to be reunited with the Woolhouse said: "Thank you really doesn't feel enough." He added: "It's hard to put into words how we feel as without you, we wouldn't be here with George today."Ms Webb said: "It was overwhelming to be able to meet everyone again and talk it all through, as it was a total whirlwind that afternoon."I can't thank them enough for everything they did for our family. They really are superheroes." 'Special reminder' Paramedics became involved after Ms Webb, who gave birth to George at home on 25 January, suffered complications when his shoulder became later went into cardiac arrest after being "starved of oxygen" for seven minutes, South East Coast Ambulance Service said.A team of paramedics were able to restart his heart and after a 10 day stay in neonatal intensive care at Medway Maritime Hospital, George has gone on to make a good recovery. Ms Wheeler said: "I was over the moon to be able to reunite with baby George, Charlotte and Matt."It made my week, and it was a really special reminder of the difference that we can make to our patients."George will now be monitored for two years to ensure there are no long-lasting complications.A spokesperson for South East Coast Ambulance Service said that just 12% of newborns survive cardiac arrest when born out of hospital.
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Heartbreaking new details emerge in death of Anne Burrell at age 55
Heartbreaking new details surrounding the passing of celebrity chef Anne Burrell have now emerged. According to TMZ 's law enforcement sources, 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 the night prior before discovering her unconscious six and seven hours later in their bathroom. Claxton contacted 911 and was allegedly advised by the operator to perform CPR on Burrell. However, her body was said to be cold and it is not known if he performed CPR. The beloved Food Network star — who famously hosted Secrets of a Restaurant Chef and co-hosted Worst Cooks in America — died at age 55 at her Brooklyn, New York apartment on Tuesday. A possible cause of death has now been indicated by a 911 call after her passing. The New York Fire Department confirmed to Daily Mail that they were responding to a report of a cardiac arrest at 7.50am on Tuesday. She was found unresponsive in her Brooklyn, New York, home by police. In a statement to Daily Mail, the New York City Police Department confirmed that they were called to an address in Brooklyn in response to a report about an 'unconscious and unresponsive' 55-year-old female. The woman was pronounced dead at the scene. The cause of death has not yet been reported by the Office of Chief Medical Examiner, with an investigation 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. 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 - who became synonymous with her trademark spiky platinum hair - is survived by husband Stuart Claxton, whom she wed in October 2021 in an autumn-themed ceremony and reception in her hometown of Cazenovia, New York. She is also survived by her mother Marlene and sister Jane and her children Isabella, Amelia and Nicolas, and her brother Ben. Anne developed a passion for cooking at a young age, inspired by her mother's home-cooked meals and by watching food icon Julia Child on television. After earning a degree in English and Communications from Canisius College in Buffalo in 1991, she followed her culinary dreams and enrolled at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, graduating in 1996. She worked at a whole host of New York City hotspots including Felidia and Savoy in Soho, where she honed her craft in Mediterranean cuisine. She was later thrust into the spotlight and became best known as the longtime host of Worst Cooks in America. The show, which ran for 28 seasons, saw celebrated chefs mentor amateur cooks in an attempt to transform them from rookies to kitchen experts. Elsewhere, she appeared on Chef Wanted, Chopped, Food Network Star, and most recently, competition series House of Knives - which premiered in March this year. The famed chef also penned two of her own cookbooks - Cook Like a Rock Star and Own Your Kitchen: Recipes to Inspire & Empower. Heartbroken fans have flooded to leave comments on her most recent Instagram post that was shared just four days ago. 'This can't be true. Chef Anne you were vivacious, hilarious, full of life and reminded me of my Mom. I'm so, so sorry. Rest with the Angels in Heaven and cook up a storm for us,' one wrote. 'Prayers for your family. This feels so unexpected! 'You were always one of our all time favorite chefs and seemed like a great person! I'm sure you'll be missed by many!' someone else shared. 'RIP ANNE! I can't believe this! We lost a good one!' one wrote. 'I was such a fan of you. I had been watching Worst Cooks for YEARS and just recently started watching newer seasons. 'I am so sad. May you rest in peace,' another penned. Gigi Hadid, who famously appeared on the cooking competition series Beat Bobby Flay with Burrell, led the celebrities expressing their heartbreak over Burrell's death. 'I am heartbroken to hear of the loss of the Great Anne Burrell,' the supermodel, 30, began. Hadid included a photo of herself and Burrell from their time filming Beat Bobby Flay back in 2023. 'As a longtime fan, getting to share this day with her was a dream come true. Beat Bobby. Hang. Eat,' she recalled. 'I wish we could have done it again. She was awesome. Rest in Peace Legend.' Chef Carla Hall, who previously appeared on Food Network's Top Chef, called Burrell an 'incredible cook and teacher.' Queer Eye for the Straight Guy star Carson Kressley, who was a close friend of Burrell's, revealed that he spoke to her just days before her death. He also shared a post to his own Instagram page which included a photo of him and Burrell. 'Rest easy, Chef Anne. I'm so blessed I was able to work with you, learn from you, laugh with you. So many memories - on screen and off - I cherish this photo of us living our best lives, as the kids say,' Kressley wrote. 'It's one of my favorite memories - just swimming in the ocean after a great lunch. Good food, good friends and lots of love and laughter all around. 'That's what I wish for you where you are now . I'll see you again someday, dear friend.' To conclude the tribute, Kressley revealed that 'Anne loved this photo of us so I know she'd be happy I chose this one.'
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'Food Network' Star Anne Burrell's Cause of Death Will Require Autopsy
The cause of death for beloved Food Network star Anne Burrell will be determined by an autopsy. However, TMZ reported that the person who called for help reported that Burrell "went into cardiac arrest." The sad news that the popular star had died unexpectedly broke on June 17. The official cause of death for Burrell has not been determined. The Food Network has now confirmed that Burrell has died. An autopsy will be conducted to determine the cause of death, which will be investigated and determined by the medical examiner, TMZ reported, although there was no indication given that the death was anything but natural. TMZ reported that the 55-year-old star was found unresponsive on the morning of June 17 at her Brooklyn home, and paramedics responded. However, they were not able to revive her. The medical examiner "will conduct an autopsy to determine her cause of death," according to TMZ. According to TMZ, Burrell was survived by "four children, her brother, her sister, her mother, and her husband." Her fame grew on the Food Network, especially for her mentorship skills with upcoming chefs on shows like Worst Cooks in America. "Anne was a beloved wife, sister, daughter, stepmother, and friend — her smile lit up every room she entered," her family said in a statement to People. "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." According to People, Burrell was survived by her husband Stuart Claxton. They married in 2021. He had a son Javier, People reported, adding that she is also survived by her mother, sister, and brother. The death was unexpected as it wasn't publicly known that Burrell was sick.'Food Network' Star Anne Burrell's Cause of Death Will Require Autopsy first appeared on Men's Journal on Jun 17, 2025
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Anne Burrell Thought to Have Suffered Cardiac Arrest, According to 911 Call Report
According to a 911 call report provided by the New York City Fire Department, authorities responded to a call about a reported cardiac arrest at Anne Burrell's house in Brooklyn, N.Y. Burrell was unconscious and unresponsive when authorities arrived; she was declared dead on the scene The Food Network star was 55 years oldAuthorities who arrived at Anne Burrell's home were responding to a 911 call about a reported cardiac arrest. The food Network star was declared dead at in her Brooklyn, N.Y. home on the morning of Tuesday, June 17. She was 55. Burrell was found unresponsive by New York Police Department officers. According to a 911 call report provided to PEOPLE by the New York City Fire Department, a person called in at 7:50 a.m. concerned that she had suffered cardiac arrest. Her official cause of death has not yet been confirmed by the Office of Chief Medical Examiner. While the report did not list Burrell's name, the address provided matched Burrell's address, according to an online search conducted by PEOPLE. In December 2024, on an episode of fellow Food Network star Rachael Ray's podcast I'll Sleep When I'm Dead, Burrell said of her perseverance in the kitchen, 'When things like that happen, you just, like, push on. You don't even think about it even in the moment, and you just carry on. And it's like, alright. Let's get the job done. What do we have to do?' Reps for the star announced Burrell's death in a release obtained by PEOPLE. She is survived by her husband, Stuart Claxton, whom she wed on Oct. 16, 2021, and his son, Javier, as well as her mother, Marlene, and sister, Jane, her children Isabella, Amelia and Nicolas, and her brother Ben. Want to keep up with the latest crime coverage? Sign up for for breaking crime news, ongoing trial coverage and details of intriguing unsolved cases. "Anne was a beloved wife, sister, daughter, stepmother, and friend — her smile lit up every room she entered," her family said in a statement. "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." Read the original article on People
