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New details have surfaced following the sudden death of Food Network star Anne Burrell.
The celebrity chef and TV personality passed away Tuesday (June 17) at the age of 55 after officers with the New York Police Department found her unconscious and unresponsive at her home shortly before 8 a.m. following reports she suffered cardiac arrest, according to a 911 call report provided to People.
Burrell was reportedly pronounced dead at the scene. As of Wednesday, her official cause of death has not been confirmed pending an autopsy, E! News reports.
People reported that the Worst Cooks in America host died at her home in Brooklyn Tuesday morning. In a statement, Burrell's family mourned her loss and honored her "boundless love."
"Anne was a beloved wife, sister, daughter, stepmother, and friend — her smile lit up every room she entered," the statement read. "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 Food Network also shared a statement honoring one of its longtime stars. Burrell had appeared in several programs on the network, including Iron Chef America, Chopped and House of Knives.
"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," the network said in the statement. "Our thoughts are with Anne's family, friends and fans during this time of tremendous loss."
Burrell is survived by her husband, Stuart Claxton, stepson, Javier, her mother, Marlene, brother Ben, and sister Jane.