Beloved celebrity chef Anne Burrell, known for her fiery personality, spiky blonde hair, and culinary passion, has passed away unexpectedly at age 55. She was found unresponsive in her Brooklyn home on June 17, 2025, and pronounced dead at the scene. An autopsy is underway to determine the cause of death.
Born on September 21, 1969, in Cazenovia, New York, Anne found her love for cooking early, inspired by her mother and Julia Child. A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, she rose to fame through Food Network hits like Secrets of a Restaurant Chef and Worst Cooks in America, where she brought joy, humor, and guidance to millions.
Her family shared: “Anne’s smile lit up every room. Her warmth, spirit, and boundless love touched people around the world.” She is survived by her husband Stuart Claxton, his son Javier, her mother Marlene, siblings Jane and Ben, and her children Isabella, Amelia, and Nicolas.
In one of her final Instagram posts, just five days before her death, Anne shared a cheerful moment with a local street performer, writing, “#ilovewhatido #luckygirl .” Known for her belief that food reflects emotion, Anne often said: “Your food knows how you’re feeling when you cook it.” She encouraged confidence in the kitchen, especially for beginners, and was a strong advocate for preparation and passion in cooking.
Outside the kitchen, Anne supported causes like City Harvest, JDRF, and the Garden of Dreams Foundation. She married Stuart in 2021 after meeting on Bumble in 2018, and the two shared a joyful life together in Brooklyn. Anne Burrell’s legacy lives on through the love she spread and the millions she inspired to cook with joy and confidence.