(NewsNation) — Late chef Anne Burrell’s last season on “Worst Cooks in America” will premiere at the end of July, according to reports.
Burrell, known for hosting “Worst Cooks in America,” died June 17. Her cause of death has not been released, but some have speculated she could have died from cardiac arrest or a drug overdose.
The Food Network announced Monday that her show’s final season will premiere July 28. The show will see Burrell go up against Italian chef Gabe Bertaccini to help turn amateur cooks into professionals.
Food Network dedicating TV special to Anne Burrell
The network will also dedicate an evening of programming to Burrell, showing some of her best moments on television. The special will kick off June 25 at 10 p.m. ET with an episode of Guy Fieri’s “Guy’s Grocery Games,” according to Entertainment Weekly.
Following that episode will be a compilation of “Worst Cooks in America: Worst of the Worst” and a behind-the-scenes look at “Worst Cooks in America: Boot Camp Diaries.”
Anne Burrell and Rachael Ray attend the Blue Moon Burger Bash at Pier 97 on Oct. 11, 2019, in New York City. (Photo by Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images for NYCWFF) 
Chefs Marc Murphy and Anne Burrell pose during the Food Network & Cooking Channel New York City Wine & Food Festival on Oct. 10, 2019, in New York City. (Photo by Daniel Zuchnik/Getty Images for NYCWFF) 
Chef Anne Burrell signs books on Feb. 22, 2015, in Miami Beach, Florida. (Photo by Aaron Davidson/Getty Images for SOBEWFF) 
Chef Anne Burrell poses with her book “Own Your Own Kitchen” on Oct. 19, 2014, in New York City. (Photo by Bryan Bedder/Getty Images for NYCWFF) 
Anne Burrell attends the 2025 Gala: Carnaval at Cipriani 42nd St. on April 22, 2025, in New York City. (Photo by Astrida Valigorsky/Getty Images) 
Chef Anne Burrell poses during the Food Network & Cooking Channel New York City Wine & Food Festival on Oct. 10, 2019, in New York City. (Photo by Daniel Zuchnik/Getty Images for NYCWFF) 
Chef Anne Burrell prepares a dish at the Food Network & Cooking Channel New York City Wine & Food Festival on Oct. 14, 2017, in New York City. (Photo by Gustavo Caballero/Getty Images for NYCWFF) 
Chef Anne Burrell attends the Grand Tasting featuring culinary demonstrations Oct. 17, 2015, in New York City. (Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for NYCWFF)
Betsy Ayala, head of food content at Warner Bros. Discovery, said in a statement, “Anne Burrell was a one-of-a-kind talent whose loss is being deeply felt by family, friends and fans. With these special programming events, we hope to honor Anne and celebrate her impact on Food Network and beyond, and to offer fans a way to remember her passion and culinary prowess that ran through everything she did.”
Anne Burrell found unresponsive in New York City home
Burrell was found unresponsive by police in her New York City home on June 17. She was later pronounced dead at the scene. A 911 call report showed that someone called authorities just before 8 a.m. and expressed concern about her well-being.
In a statement after her death, her family said, “Anne was a beloved wife, sister, daughter, stepmother, and friend — her smile lit up every room she entered. 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.”
Burell became a chef in New York City after she was trained in Asti, Italy, according to Entertainment Weekly. She eventually landed a role on “Iron Chef America” in 2005. Since then, she hosted her own series, “Secrets of a Restaurant Chef,” and was on “Worst Cooks in America.”