Chef Anne Burrell, known for her popular shows like “Worst Cooks in America” and “Secrets of a Restaurant Chef,” was tragically found dead in her Brooklyn apartment by her husband. The 55-year-old culinary star was discovered unconscious on her shower floor surrounded by pills on Tuesday, June 17.
Emergency responders from the New York Fire Department arrived at the scene following a report of cardiac arrest, but the official cause of death is still under investigation by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
In a past interview on the podcast “misSPELLING” hosted by her friend Tori Spelling, Burrell spoke about meeting her husband Stuart Claxton on a dating app in her late 40s and transitioning into a new chapter of her life. She mentioned that she had given up her “rock star chef life” and was ready for a change.
However, sources close to Burrell have revealed concerns about her statement of leaving her wild lifestyle behind. They suspect that she may have been struggling with a hidden addiction to prescription pills while portraying a wholesome image to the public.
Burrell tied the knot with Claxton on October 16, 2021, in a beautiful fall-themed wedding in Cazenovia, New York, near her hometown. With marriage came the role of stepmotherhood to Claxton’s 22-year-old son, Javier, which she described as the perfect amount of parenting for her.
The sudden and tragic loss of Chef Anne Burrell has left her fans and loved ones in shock. Her legacy as a talented chef and TV personality will always be remembered, but her untimely passing serves as a reminder of the importance of addressing mental health and seeking help when needed.
