The cause of death for Food Network‘s Worst Cooks in America host Anne Burrell has been revealed.
Burrell died by suicide, the New York Office of Chief Medical Examiner confirmed to Deadline. The cause was acute intoxication due to the combined effects of diphenhydramine, ethanol, cetirizine, and amphetamine.
Burrell died at her home in New York City on June 17. She was 55. The New York City Police Department said that Burrell was found “unconscious and unresponsive” and pronounced dead at the scene.
Anne was a beloved wife, sister, daughter, stepmother, and friend — her smile lit up every room she entered,” her loved ones said at the time. “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.”
The New York City Police Department shared that Burrell was found “unconscious and unresponsive” and pronounced dead at the scene.
“Anne was a beloved wife, sister, daughter, stepmother, and friend — her smile lit up every room she entered,” her family said in a statement to Deadline at the time. “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.”
Burrell was best known as one of the stars of the Food Network, recognized by viewers for her trademark spiky blonde hair and spunky personality.
Burrell began her television career as a sous chef on Iron Chef America. She would then graduate to host her own show, Secrets of a Restaurant Chef, for nine seasons. Other shows Burrell starred in included Chef Wanted, Chopped and Food Network Star. Her most recent stint at the network was on House of Knives, which premiered in March.
