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Fans are still mourning the sudden death of beloved TV chef Anne Burrell, who was found unconscious and pronounced dead at her Brooklyn home on June 17, 2025, at age 55. The cause of death is still unknown, pending an autopsy.
Eyewitnesses say Anne was in high spirits the night before, enjoying the finale of her improv class at The Second City in Brooklyn. Friends described her as happy and outgoing, making her death all the more shocking.
In the weeks before her passing, Anne’s social media showed her joy and excitement about improv classes and upcoming shows. Her final post featured a happy photo with NYC icon Elizabeth Eaton Rosenthal, the Green Lady of Brooklyn.
Born in 1969, Anne started her TV career in the early 2000s and became known for shows like Iron Chef America, Chopped, and Worst Cooks in America. She was also a bestselling author of two cookbooks. She is survived by her husband Stuart Claxton, his son Javier, her mother Marlena, and siblings Jane and Ben.
Her family shared a heartfelt statement, saying Anne “was a beloved wife, sister, daughter, stepmother, and friend whose smile lit up every room. Her light touched millions, and though she is gone, her warmth and love remain eternal.”