Gigi Hadid has joined celebrities and fans alike in paying tribute to Food Network and Worst Cooks in America star Anne Burrell after her death at the age of 55
Celebrities and fans have come together to pay sweet tributes to Anne Burrell following her death aged 55. The Food Network and host of Amazon Prime Video’s Worst Cooks in America star died at home in Brooklyn it was confirmed on Tuesday.
Now, stars have been quick to pay their respects to the star, with Gigi Hadid among those sharing fond memories of the star. The model, 30, teamed up with the chef for the competition series Beat Bobby Flay in 2023. Sharing the heartwarming memory, Gigi uploaded a photo to Instagram from their joint TV appearance.
She wrote: “I am heartbroken to hear of the loss of the Great Anne Burrell. As a longtime fan, getting to share this day with her was a dream come true.”
Gigi went on to reveal the duo “beat Bobby” as they enjoyed hanging out and grabbing food during thes show. She added: “I wish we could have done it again. She was awesome.”
Wells Adams, a Bachelor Nation alum who also appeared on Worst Cooks also took to the social media platform to share an emotional tribute. He wrote: “I just heard about the passing of @chefanneburrell. I learned so much from you on Worst Cooks. I know you’ll be cooking up a storm in heaven. RIP.”
Carla Hall, who appeared on Top Chef, told PEOPLE: “She was fierce, funny, and an incredibly talented cook and teacher—someone who brought so much fire and joy to everything she did. I was lucky to work alongside her on Worst Cooks and other nonprofit events. She will be deeply missed.”
And fellow Food Network personality Aarti Sequeira said on Twitter/X: “The first time I met Anne Burrell, she gave me tough love I didn’t want—but needed. She was bold, warm, and real.
“I still hear her in my kitchen: “Brown food tastes good!” Anne, you’ll be missed. Thank you for teaching us all. #luckygirl.”
Comedian Loni Love also took to the platform, sharing a snap of the pair alongside the tribute: “Anne Burrell’s passing has left me in shock and sorrow. She was a gifted chef, and an extraordinary person.
“Chef Anne was the same on and off camera. She would just check on me out the blue. I will miss her tremendously. My condolences to her husband, family, & fans. Rest Chef”
The tributes came after the Food Network broke the news on their page. “We are deeply saddened to share the news that beloved chef, Anne Burrell, passed away this morning,” the statement on Tuesday read.
“Anne was a remarkable person and culinary talent – teaching, competing and always sharing the importance of food in her life and the joy that a delicious meal can bring. Our thoughts are with Anne’s family, friends and fans during this time of tremendous loss.”
Anne’s big TV breakthrough came in 2010 when she first started hosting the brutal Worst Cooks in America alongside Beau MacMillan. The show saw the professionals take contestants through a “culinary boot camp” on their journey to become better chefs.
Since its launch, the show has had 28 seasons, many of which can be watched on Amazon Prime Video. Other projects – mostly on Food Network – have included Chef Wanted with Anne Burrell, a series which saw her take chef candidates through the toughest job interview of their lives in a bid to work at some of the best stateside restaurants.
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