Anne Burrell's cause of death 'ruled as suicide' Five weeks after she was found unresponsive at home, the New York City medical examiner's office has reportedly confirmed Food Network star Anne Burrell died by suicide. 24 July 2025 Food Network star Anne Burrell reportedly died by suicide. Food Network star Anne Burrell reportedly died by suicide Five weeks after the celebrity chef was found unresponsive in her home aged 55, the TV star, best known for hosting Worst Cooks in America, is said to have died from "acute intoxication due to the combined effects of diphenhydramine, ethanol, cetirizi...