Heartbreaking Mystery: Anne Burrell’s Sudden Death Aged 55 Leaves Fans Stunned—Police Reveal Shocking New Details As Celebrity Chef’s Final Instagram Post Emerges! Emotional Revelations Leave Food World Stunned and Searching for Answers

Police have confirmed that celebrity chef Anne Burrell passed away at aged 55 and details of her final hours have been released.

Anne Burrell, from New York, was most known for her shows on the Food Network and hosted popular hits like Worst Cooks in America and Secrets of a Restaurant Chef.

New York Police Department officers found Burrell ‘unconscious and unresponsive’ and was pronounced dead at the scene.

A person had called for emergency services at 7:50 a.m. concerned that she had suffered cardiac arrest, according to a 911 call report provided to PEOPLE by the New York City Fire Department.

Burrell was most known for her shows on the Food Network (Santiago Felipe/Getty Images)

Sources close to Burrell have said hours before her death she had been in the midst of her newest venture, adding to the shock of her passing.

The chef had recently taken up improv comedy and had performed at The Second City venue in Brooklyn as part of the finale of her course of improv classes.

Speaking to a PEOPLE, a source close to the chef said: “Everyone said she was so great last night and so happy.”

A separate source, who was with her at the improv show, confirmed: “[She] was in great spirits last night during and after the improv show. Typical fun, outgoing Anne, having a blast.”

Burrell first announced that she was taking ‘Improv for Actor’s’ back in March 19 and seemed excited for the new challenge.

Writing on an Instagram post she said: “Can I just say it is SO much fun and I am learning so SO much!!! It really helps me get out of my shell… as if I needed that!! #ilovewhatido #luckygirl.”

The improv comedy venue where Burrell performed also issued a condolence message (Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images)

The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner has not yet confirmed Burrell’s official cause of death.

Burrell’s family confirmed her unexpected death in a statement on Tuesday and tributes on social media have begun to flood in.

The venue Burrell performed at was one of those who issued a tribute to the chef, offering its condolences and praising Burrell for her joyful character.

The statement read: “We are deeply saddened by the loss of our friend and student, Anne Burrell.

“She will be missed and remembered as a vibrant part of our Second City New York Training Center community. Anne brought joy, boldness, and an unwavering ‘yes, and’ spirit.

“Her enthusiasm was contagious, her presence unforgettable. Our thoughts go out to Anne’s family and loved ones.”

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Celebrity chef Anne Burrell’s final Instagram post before she suddenly died aged 55 as police release heartbreaking details

Anne Burrell was best known for TV shows like Secrets of a Restaurant Chef and Worst Cooks in America

Anne Burrell’s final Instagram post was shared just days before her sudden passing.

It was announced yesterday (June 17) that the celebrity chef had died at the age of 55. It’s thought her death was sudden, after Burrell was discovered unresponsive in her New York apartment. Sadly, she was pronounced dead at the scene.

Burrell was best known for hosting TV shows like Secrets of a Restaurant Chef, and for being co-host of Worst Cooks in America, which ran for a whopping 28 seasons.

It’s believed that she suffered a cardiac arrest, per a 911 call obtained by PEOPLE, but the Office of Chief Medical Examiner has not officially confirmed her cause of death.

Burrell is survived by her husband four years Sturart Claxton and her son Javier.

Just a few days before her death, Burrell shared a smiley photo with New York icon known as ‘The Green Lady of Brooklyn’ to her Instagram page.

Burrell penned next to the sweet selfie: “I ran into @greenladyofbrooklyn in my neighborhood today!! I’m not going to lie- I have been keeping an eye out for her. I may or may not have followed her down the street for a minute. She is just lovely!!!”

What was once a joyful post how now been inundated with condolence messages.

One of her fans wrote: “This can’t be true. Chef Anne you were vivacious, hilarious, full of life and reminded me of my Mom. I’m so so sorry. Rest with the Angels in Heaven and cook up a storm for us.”

“Rip Anne. You brought so much light to Food Network. Worst Cooks is still one of my favorite shows,” said another.

Anne Burrell shared a selfie to her Instagram page just days before her death (chefanneburrell/Instagram)

Somebody else penned in tribute to the late chef: “I’ll always tuck my finger in when using a knife because of you! Fly high Anne. There’s a new star shining bright tonight.”

“You will be missed tremendously! Sending love to all family and friends,” a different person wrote.

In a statement shared by Burrell’s family she was described as ‘a beloved wife, sister, daughter, stepmother, and friend’.

“Her smile lit up every room she entered,” the moving statement continued. “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.”

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