Renowned Food Network chef Anne Burrell has tragically passed away at the age of 55.
A fan favorite since her debut on Worst Cooks in America in 2010, Anne was known for her passionate cooking style, bold personality, and mentorship on the show through 2024. She first gained attention as a sous chef on Iron Chef America before starring in her Emmy-nominated series Secrets of a Restaurant Chef, which ran for nine seasons.
Anne also appeared on Chef Wanted, Chopped, Food Network Star, and most recently House of Knives in 2025. Beyond television, she was a bestselling author of cookbooks including Cook Like a Rock Star and Own Your Kitchen: Recipes to Inspire and Empower.
Fans and fellow chefs have flooded social media with heartfelt tributes, recalling her cooking tips and infectious spirit. Her family shared a statement honoring Anne’s warmth and lasting impact on millions.
Anne was found unresponsive at her Brooklyn home on June 17. No official cause of death has been released. She is survived by her husband Stuart Claxton, children Isabella, Amelia, and Nicolas, stepson Javier, mother Marlene, sister Jane, and brother Ben.
