Food Network chef Michael Chiarello has died aged 61
Celebrity chef Michael Chiarello has died at aged 61 from anaphylactic shock.
The Food Network star, who owned restaurants in Napa Valley and San Francisco, died at Queen of the Valley Medical Center in Napa, California.
The award-winning American chef had already been in hospital for the past week after suffering an acute allergic reaction which led to anaphylactic shock.
Celebrity chef Michael Chiarello has died at 61. Getty
The Gruppo Chiarello shared a statement announcing its founder had died in hospital.
"We deeply mourn the loss of our beloved patriarch Michael," the said.
"His culinary brilliance, boundless creativity, and unwavering commitment to family were at the core of his being."
"He brought people together through the joy of shared meals, fostering lasting memories around the table.
"As we navigate this profound loss, we hold dear the moments we cherished with him, both in his kitchens and in our hearts.
"His legacy will forever live on in the love he poured into every dish and the passion he instilled in all of us to savor life's flavors."
The celebrity chef reportedly spent his last moments surrounded by his loved ones.
Chiarello was best known for hosting the titular television series Easy Entertaining with Michael Chiarello on Food Network in the US.
Chiarello is survived by his four children. Ilya S. Savenok / Contributor
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The celebrity chef also had his series NapaStyle on Fine Living Newtork where he showcased his Italian-influenced California cuisine that he was famous for.
The American television personality has previously been named Chef of the Year by Food & Wine Magazine in 1985 and received a Daytime Emmy Award in 2005 for Outstanding Host for his program Easy Entertaining with Michael Chiarello/
The Napa native was Eileen Marie Gordon from 2003 before he filed for divorce in 2019.
The couple share son Aidan, and Chiarello's three daughters Felicia, Giana and Margoux from his from his previous relationship.
Following Chiarello's tragic death, the family have asked for donations to Meals on Wheels.
