Michael Chiarello, celebrity chef and former Food Network star, dies at 61 following allergic reaction

Chiarello died at the Queen of the Valley Medical Center in Napa, Calif., where he was being treated after an acute allergic reaction that led to anaphylactic shock. His company, Gruppo Chiarello, announced the news in a statement shared with EW, adding that Chiarello spent his final moments surrounded by family and friends.

"We deeply mourn the loss of our beloved patriarch Michael," the Chiarello family said in a statement. "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."They continued, "As we navigate this profound loss, we hold dear the moments we cherished with him, both in his kitchens and in our hearts.

For a decade, Chiarello hosted shows on PBS, Food Network, Fine Living, and The Cooking Channel. He most notably headlined his own TV series, Michael Chiarello celebrity chef demonstration at Live In The Vineyard at Bottega Ristorante on November 1, 2012 in Napa, California.Born in Red Bluff, California in 1962, Chiarello's passion for the culinary arts began in childhood, as he explored the traditions of his Southern Italian heritage.

Chiarello faced controversy in 2016 when two former Coqueta employees accused him and other management level employees of creating a "sexually charged, hostile and abusive environment," according to anAlong with his TV career, Chiarello has penned several cookbooks that have garnered recognition from both IACP and the James Beard Foundation. He has also been praised for a culinary philosophy that revolved around sustainability and a culture of shared meals.

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