Food Network star Anne Burrell took her own life inside her Brooklyn apartment, People confirmed five weeks after her tragic passing at the age of 55.
In a statement, the chef’s family described her as a “beloved wife, sister, daughter, stepmother, and friend” and said “her smile lit up every room she entered.
“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.”