Authorities are investigating new findings at Anne Burrell’s Brooklyn home, where the beloved Food Network chef was found unresponsive in her shower early on June 17, 2025. Her husband, Stuart Claxton, discovered her between 6 and 7 a.m. and called 911. Officials reported a large number of unidentified pills near her, but it’s unclear if they played a role in her death, which was initially treated as cardiac arrest.
Emergency responders attempted CPR but could not revive her. Burrell, 55, was last seen in good spirits performing improv comedy around 1 a.m. the night before. The medical examiner has yet to release an official cause of death, and there is no suspicion of foul play. Known for hosting “Worst Cooks in America” and other Food Network shows, Burrell built a successful culinary career after graduating from the Culinary Institute of America.
She was married to Stuart Claxton, with whom she shared a joyful life. Fans on social media expressed both concern and calls for respect and patience pending official results. Before Claxton, Burrell had been engaged to chef Koren Grieveson and later found love with Claxton through a dating app.
The couple married in a beautiful ceremony in Cazenovia, New York, surrounded by family. Burrell embraced her role as a stepmother and enjoyed a peaceful married life focused on love and cooking. Her legacy as a passionate chef and beloved TV personality endures, with many remembering her vibrant spirit and dedication to food.