SAD NEWS: Just 15 minutes ago, the entire American culinary community and fans around the world were shocked to receive the bad news: Anne Burrell – famous chef, bright star of the show “Worst Cooks in America” on the Food Network – was confirmed to have passed away at her home in Brooklyn, New York, at the age of 55.
According to initial information from the New York police, an emergency 911 call was made by a neighbor living next to Burrell’s apartment at around 7 a.m., after they heard strange noises for a long time but did not see the female chef leave the house as usual. When the rescue team arrived at the scene, they found Anne lying motionless on the kitchen floor – where she spent most of her life inspiring millions of people to eat.
What was even more shocking was the initial confirmation from the investigating agency: “We found no signs of assault or self-inflicted injury. The victim was found unconscious and unresponsive. In the 15 minutes before her death, she appeared to have suffered an acute reaction related to food or chemicals.”
The preliminary forensic report said that Anne Burrell may have suffered severe food poisoning or an acute allergic reaction (anaphylactic shock), which she was unaware of. A half-eaten plate with raw seafood and an unfamiliar sauce was found next to her body. The sample has now been sent for testing.
Anne Burrell’s family also shared their first painful words:
“Anne was a passionate soul, a woman full of fire, who lived her life for her food and her audience. We cannot believe that a seemingly small accident took her life so quickly.”
It is worth mentioning that just a few hours before her death, Anne still posted a photo of her late-night meal along with a cheerful status on social media, making fans even more shocked by the sudden shock. In the last photo, she also wrote the caption: “At the end of the day, there is nothing better than a plate of fresh clams and my own special fish sauce – a dish for long, tiring days.”
Experts have warned after the incident: “Whether you are a professional chef or not, using fresh food, especially seafood, always has potential risks if it is not preserved properly or if you eat foods containing natural toxins.”
Anne Burrell’s sudden passing not only left a big void in the culinary community but also sounded the alarm about food safety in the very place that people still think is a “culinary paradise” – the kitchen.
Currently, the authorities are continuing to investigate and will announce the official conclusion after the final test results. Meanwhile, the Food Network has expressed its deepest condolences and plans to host a special tribute to Anne later this week.
America – and true foodies – will forever remember the blonde, radiant woman over a hot pan, with a heart devoted to the art of cooking.
