Anne Burrell’s Husband Found Her Unresponsive Cold Body In Bathroom As Police Release Heartbreaking Details

The culinary world was shocked on June 17, 2025, when chef and TV host Anne Burrell was found dead in her Brooklyn home. She was 54.

Best known for “Worst Cooks in America” and “Secrets of a Restaurant Chef,” Burrell was a vibrant TV presence and a trained chef from the Culinary Institute of America. Off-screen, she was known for mentoring young chefs and her warm, lively spirit.

Burrell performed an improv show the night before her death and appeared in high spirits. She was found unresponsive by her husband, Stuart Claxton, early the next morning. Emergency responders pronounced her dead at the scene. Authorities cited cardiac arrest, though the official cause is pending autopsy.

Friends and celebrities, including Rachael Ray and Tyler Florence, have paid tribute to Anne’s legacy as a passionate chef, fierce competitor, and beloved friend. Her sudden passing leaves a deep void in both the culinary and entertainment communities.