Inside Anne Burrell’s Final Performance One Day Before Her Death

Anne Burrell shared her infectious energy the night before her passing.

On June 16, the evening before she passed away on June 17 at her home in Brooklyn, the Food Network celebrity who recently passed away was seen performing in an improvisation show at the Second City comedy club, according to confirmation from the Brooklyn venue.

We are deeply grieving over the passing of our dear friend and student, Anne Burrell,” Second City shared on Instagram, accompanied by a selfie taken at their venue. “She will leave a void that can never be filled within our Second City New York Training Center family, as she was a shining light among us.

Anne radiated happiness, courage, and a resilient ‘yes-and’ attitude, as the statement went on. Her energy was infectious, her impact indelible. Our sympathies are extended to Anne’s family and those dear to her.

Information about the final cooking performance of the host of “Worst Cooks in America” will be shared later, as more details have emerged regarding how Burrell’s body was found by the New York Police Department in the morning that followed.

According to a statement made to NBC News, the NYPD responded to an address in Brooklyn that corresponds with Burrell’s personal details around 8:00 a.m., due to a report about a woman, aged 55, who was found unconscious and unresponsive.

Emergency medical services responded, per the statement, and “pronounced her dead at the scene.”

As reported by the source, the exact cause of Burrell’s death is yet to be determined following an autopsy conducted by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.

Her family first shared the news of her departure, describing her as a cherished spouse, sibling, child, stepmother, and companion.

In a statement to TopMob, it was noted that Anne’s smile made every place brighter as she entered. Her radiance extended well beyond her circle of friends, reaching millions worldwide. Although she is now gone, the warmth of her heart, the vibrancy of her spirit, and her infinite love continue to endure eternally.

Anne was a remarkable chef and educator, as stated by Top Chef alum Carla Hall. Her passion and skills in the kitchen will surely be missed.

 

Ming Tsai, from ‘East Meets West’, expressed his sadness saying, “This is incredibly sad. We’ve lost a wonderful individual here,” while Chris Valdes, a contestant on ‘Food Network Star’, commented, “I am heartbroken by the passing of Chef Anne Burrell. She was a powerful figure in the culinary world—bold, passionate, and indelible. Her energy, laughter, and love for food have inspired countless others.

Anne was a remarkable both as a cook and a teacher, according to Top Chef alum Carla Hall. “She will be deeply missed,” she added.

Ming Tsai, from ‘East Meets West’, expressed his deep sorrow saying, “This is incredibly sad. We’ve lost a wonderful individual.”, while Chris Valdes, a contestant on ‘Food Network Star’, shared, “I’m devastated by the passing of Chef Anne Burrell. She was a formidable figure in the culinary world – bold, passionate, and indelible. Her zest, humor, and love for food touched countless lives.

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2025-06-18 19:47