US EditionAnne Burrell Gave Bobby Flay a Gift that He’ll ‘Have Forever’
- Anne Burrell, a 55-year-old Food Network chef, died in her Brooklyn loft on June 17, 2025, after being found unconscious and unresponsive.
- The cause of Burrell’s death remains unknown pending an autopsy, though a 911 caller suggested she suffered cardiac arrest before emergency personnel pronounced her dead.
- Burrell hosted multiple Food Network shows including "Worst Cooks in America" since 2010, co-hosted with Bobby Flay, and was known for her spiky blonde hair and passionate teaching style.
- Bobby Flay shared a heartfelt tribute highlighting how Burrell introduced him to the world of Maine Coon cats, including his late pet Nacho, calling it a meaningful and lasting gift; many other colleagues also expressed admiration for her warmth and sharp wit.
- Burrell’s death prompted widespread tributes highlighting her legacy as a beloved wife to Stuart Claxton, a mentor, and an industry veteran who brought joy to the culinary world.
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Bobby Flay reveals Anne Burrell introduced him to the 'greatest gift' of his life
Celebrity chef Bobby Flay, known for his high-profile relationships and current romance with Christina Pérez, shared a touching tribute to his fellow Food Network star Anne Burrell, who was found unconscious at her New York home on Tuesday, June 17. The 60-year-old restaurateur took to Instagram Stories to remember his colleague and friend, who was 55 years old at the time of her passing. In his social media post, Flay reflected on their time to…
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WGN 9Anne Burrell gave Bobby Flay a gift that he’ll ‘have forever’
(NewsNation) — Bobby Flay posted on Instagram after Anne Burrell's death to reveal the "greatest gift" she gave him. The host of "Beat Bobby Flay" said in his Instagram story, "The greatest gift I got from AB was turning me on to a world of Maine Coon Cats (including Nacho)... a gift that I'll have forever." Flay has a pet cat named Nacho. Bobby Flay, Ann Burrell (Photo by: Charles Sykes/NBC/NBC Newswire/NBCUniversal via Getty Images) The post a…
Bobby Flay remembers Anne Burrell's 'greatest gift' after her sudden death
Food Network star Bobby Flay paid tribute to Anne Burrell after her sudden death at 55, as he remembered their time on "Worst Cooks in America" and how she introduced him to Maine Coon cats.
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