Bobby Flay, a fellow Food Network star, shared a message on his Instagram Stories that highlighted his friendship with Burrell on June 18. “ Worst Cooks in America was the funnest show on TV.

Thanks Billy!!! #chefslife #realcooks.” Food Network Stars’ Salaries: See How Much Money Bobby Flay, Ree Drummond and More Make Away from any kitchen, Burrell was married to Stuart Claxton.

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Burrell also hosted and competed on several other Food Network shows, from Beat Bobby Flay to The Next Iron Chef, and hosted her own show, Secrets of a Restaurant Chef, for nine seasons.