The recent news of

Anne Burrell

's passing, a

celebrity chef

and beloved icon in the industry, has sent shockwaves across the globe. Celebrities and fans alike have been shocked to hear the news of the top chef’s sudden passing and have been paying tributes to her online.

Anne Burrell, who passed away on June 17, had been continuously using her social media accounts only a few days prior to the news of her sudden demise. In her last post, the icon can be seen showing off her teeth with a big smile while posing next to the internet-famous ‘The Green Lady’. She had called herself a ‘lucky girl’ in the photo and had shared that she loves what she does.

She had shared the grinning photo along with a sweet caption saying, “I ran into @greenladyofbrooklyn in my neighbourhood today!! I’m not going to lie – I have been keeping an eye out for her. I may or may not have followed her down the street for a minute. She is just lovely!!! #ilovewhatido #luckygirl.”

Burrell’s

last photo

has amassed a lot of love and comments from fans. Many people have been paying tributes to the TV chef who was known for her personality and culinary skills.

The chef’s last post was made on June 13, only a few days prior to her sudden demise. Fans have been expressing their shock and disbelief over the news. One commented that “She was literally just posting days ago!! How can this be??” while another shared a comment saying, “What is happening???!!!!”Many shared heartfelt comments on Burrell’s last post, with one sharing a passage about how dear she was to everyone. They shared, “The culinary world has lost a bright shining star. Remember her and the pen marks on the fingers if they didn't hold the knife right? As a woman who went to culinary school and worked in the industry, she was such an amazing example of talent, passion for food and empowerment. This news is so sad. However, if any consolation can be had, it's that she made a huge impact on the industry she loved... heaven just got a great chef!!”The Canadian TV presenter also shared his tribute in the comment section as well. He shared that “This can't be true. Chef Anne, you were vivacious, hilarious, full of life and reminded me of my mom. I'm so, so sorry. Rest with the Angels in Heaven and cook up a storm for us.”Fellow celeb chef

Robert Irwin

penned down a heartfelt note and shared a social media post to pay tribute to Burrell. He shared that “Anne wasn’t just a fiery chef. She was a radiant spirit who lit up every room she entered. From the very beginning on Worst Cooks in America, our friendly rivalry was fuelled by mutual respect: “I’d risk bleaching my hair; she’d risk losing hers.”“I’ll always remember her unwavering dedication, not just to food, but to lifting others up. She believed in nurturing culinary potential and celebrating small victories, whether in an amateur cook or on a charity fundraiser,” he continued.