Overview

• On July 24 the New York City medical examiner ruled Burrell’s June 17 death a suicide by acute intoxication involving diphenhydramine, ethanol, cetirizine and amphetamine.
• Season 29, titled “Talented and Terrible,” debuted on July 28 as Burrell’s last appearance as a mentor on the series.
• At the end of the premiere, the show displayed a photo of Burrell with “In Memoriam, Anne Burrell, 1969-2025” alongside a crisis hotline message.
• Food Network has confirmed it will feature a dedicated memorial segment at the end of each episode to honor Burrell’s legacy throughout the season.
• Gabe Bertaccini joins as co-host this season, praising Burrell’s authenticity and dedication to mentoring contestants amid kitchen challenges.