Celebrity Chef Anne Burrell Dies by Suicide

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Nine months after celebrity chef Anne Burrell was found dead in her Brooklyn, New York home, new details on the chef's death have been revealed. A police report confirmed that a suicide note and journal entries were found in Burrell's bedroom, though her husband said she had never attempted suicide or shown any signs of suicidal behavior in the past. The longtime Food Network star died in June 2025 at the age of 55 from acute intoxication due to a combination of drugs and alcohol.

Why it matters

The death of a beloved public figure like Anne Burrell has shocked her fans and the culinary community. This tragic story highlights the importance of mental health awareness and the need for more open conversations around suicide prevention, especially among high-profile individuals who may face immense pressures and stresses.

The details

According to the police report obtained by People magazine, investigators found a "suicidal note" in Burrell's bedroom, as well as "suicidal" journal entries on her bed. Her husband, Stuart Claxton, told police that Burrell had never attempted suicide or expressed suicidal thoughts before. The New York Office of the Chief Medical Examiner confirmed last July that Burrell died by suicide, with the cause of death listed as "acute intoxication due to the combined effects of diphenhydramine, ethanol, cetirizine, and amphetamine".

• Anne Burrell was found dead in her Brooklyn, New York home on June 17, 2025.
• The New York Office of the Chief Medical Examiner confirmed in July 2025 that Burrell died by suicide.