Celebrity chef Anne Burrell has died, aged 55.
The popular Food Network star was found at her New York home on Tuesday, US time.
A cardiac arrest was reported at her home on Tuesday, according to the New York City Fire Department. The cause of death is pending autopsy.
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“Though she is no longer with us, her warmth, spirit, and boundless love remain eternal,” Food Network said.
“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 New York Police Department confirmed officers attended an address associated with the star about 7.50am on Tuesday.
“When officers arrived, they observed a 55-year-old female unconscious and unresponsive. EMS responded and pronounced the female deceased at the scene,” NYPD said.
Police are still investigating her death.
Outpouring of grief
A number of Burrell’s fellow chefs mourned the star.
Celebrity chef Rachael Ray, whose show Burrell appeared on more than 20 times between 2014 and 2019, said their friendship bloomed after appearing on Worst Cooks In America together.
“She became so much more than a colleague,” Ray wrote on Instagram, adding she was “honoured” when Burrell asked her to be a bridesmaid which was “something I’d only done once before for my sister”.
“I’ll miss her friendship deeply. Everyone whose life she touched will miss her,” Ray wrote.
“We’ve lost someone truly special.”
Carla Hall, who appeared on several episodes of Worst Cooks In America with Burrell, called her a “fierce chef and instructor”.
Hall said she’ll remember Burrell “rocking her custom skirts, mismatched socks, and that unforgettable big smile”.
“Anne, you brought so much heart and heat to every kitchen. You. Will. Be. Missed,” Hall wrote on Instagram.
Food Network chef Jeff Mauro, one of Burrell’s frequent collaborators, wrote on Instagram that Burrell “was a special soul and a force of nature”.
“We made a lot of wild television together, and our long friendship was filled with even wilder stories. Too many to count and almost too special to share here,” he wrote.
“We will all miss you terribly.”
— With CNN
