Anne BurrellFamily friends and family gathered for the late food network star after his death at the age of 55.
The Shabrine event took place in New York City on Friday, June 20, by photos obtained by Six page. Burrell’s husband, Stuart Claxtonattended, along with famous chefs Scott Conant, Amanda Friday and Marc Murphy. The Real Housewives of New York City student Kelly Bensimon and Queer eye for the straight boys Carson Kressley He also paid for his respects.
Burrell’s family confirmed his death to Use weekly On Tuesday, June 17. New York Police Department later confirmed that the chef had been pronounced dead on the scene After being discovered “unanswered” in his apartment. A cause of death is not yet known.
“Anne was a beloved woman, sister, daughter, stepmother and friend, her smile lit up in all the rooms she entered,” Burrell said in a statement. “Anne’s light radiated far beyond those he knew, playing millions worldwide. Although he is no longer with us, his heat, spirit and boundless love remain eternal.”
Burrell is survived by Claxton and stepson Javier, as well as his mother, Marlene, and his sister, Jane.
Following the news of Burrell’s death, the culinary community joined Pay tribute And it offers its condolences.
“We are deeply sad to share the news that the beloved chef, Anne Burrell, died this morning,” Food Network wrote in a statement on Tuesday. “Anne was a remarkable person and a culinary talent: teaching, competing and always sharing the importance of food in his life and the joy that can bring a delicious meal. Our thoughts are with the family, friends and fans of Anne during this time of tremendous loss.”
Ray raywho was a close friend of Burrell, honored his deceased friend And he shared that the news had “shaken” her.
“I cannot believe it, a woman so strong, vibrant and without fear, so full of life and love, could disappear so soon,” wrote Ray, 56, through Instagram on Wednesday, June 18. The worst chefs In the food network, and it became much more than a companion. “”
Burrell was better known for cohosting The worst chefs in America. The chef did not return For last cooking competition and had begun performing classes. One day before his death, Burrell took the stage for the first time by her Improvised Comedy Show In the second city in New York in Brooklyn.