Food network star Anne Burrell, known for her spiky platinum hair, vibrant personality, and unmatched culinary flair, dead at the age of 55. She died peacefully at her home in Brooklyn, New York, according to a statement from her representatives.
Burrell is survived by her husband, Stuart Claxton, whom she married on October 16, 2021, and his son, Javier. She is also survived by her mother, Marlene, her sister Jane and her children Isabella, Amelia, and Nicolas, and her brother Ben.
“Anne was a beloved wife, sister, daughter, stepmother, and friend — her smile lit up every room she entered,” her family said in a heartfelt statement. “Anne’s light radiated far beyond those she knew, touching millions across the world. Though she is no longer with us, her warmth, spirit, and boundless love remain eternal.”
Burrell was best known as the exuberant host of Worst Cooks in America, where she mentored struggling home cooks into finding confidence and competence in the kitchen. Her fiery energy, contagious laugh, and genuine love for teaching made her a standout personality in the world of food television.
Born on September 21, 1969, in Cazenovia, New York, Burrell found her culinary calling early. Inspired