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NYC restaurateur Melba Wilson is heartbroken over the sudden death of celebrity chef Anne Burrell ... telling TMZ it’s left her and the entire culinary world gutted.

Melba, a fellow Food Network personality, tells us she just spoke to Anne last week -- chatting about karaoke, backgammon, and life -- and nothing seemed out of the ordinary as she appeared healthy and vibrant.

When asked if Anne had ever mentioned being unwell, Melba shut it down -- saying there was never a word about any health issues.

Johnny Wactor wrapped his final film before he was tragically gunned down last year -- and we’ve got an exclusive scene for you ahead of its world premiere next week.

The late actor stars in the indie drama "Ciao, Mama" ... which will officially premiere at the Dances With Films festival next Tuesday at L.A.’s iconic TCL Chinese Theatre -- honoring Wactor’s life the same week his suspected killers return to court.

The movie's premise is about a man returning home to face what he left behind and wrestle with what it means to move forward with his life. Wactor didn’t just act in the film -- he also produced it.

Anne Burrell's husband was the person who found her unresponsive and lying on the floor of their shower ... TMZ has learned.

Law enforcement sources tell TMZ ... Burrell's husband, Stuart Claxton, found her unconscious in the bathroom early Tuesday morning.

We're told Claxton last saw her alive around 1 AM the night before ... then found her between six and seven hours later in the shower. He then called 911.

The tragic death of Whitney Purvis' son has sparked a bitter war of words between her and her ex-boyfriend, the boy's father -- with Whitney now claiming her child’s death could have been avoided entirely ... but her ex is calling BS.

In a lengthy Facebook post Wednesday, Purvis accused her ex-boyfriend Weston Gosa of neglect and financial irresponsibility, alleging their son, Weston Jr., lacked proper medical care despite suffering from serious conditions like diabetes, Addison’s disease, and alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency.

In her Facebook post, Whitney writes, "Tell me if this makes sense. My son had no medical insurance, but had a life insurance policy. His dad bought five cars in the last six months but couldn’t pay for medical insurance."

Rachael Ray is speaking out about her late friend Anne Burrell ... she says the late Food Network star's sudden death is very unnerving.

Rachael, who was a bridesmaid at Anne's wedding, spoke out Wednesday on Anne's passing with an emotional post on social media.

RR's remembering Anne as "a strong, vibrant, fearless woman, so full of life and love" ... and she says she can't believe Burrell is gone so soon.

Whitney Purvis is breaking her silence after being denied entry to her son’s funeral over the weekend -- claiming she was intentionally kept out and is now setting the record straight.

The former "16 and Pregnant" star opened up about the devastating experience in a Facebook post Wednesday, saying she’s stayed quiet for years as her ex, Weston Gosa, and his wife, Amy, allegedly spread false narratives about her -- but she won’t stay silent any longer.

Whitney claims she was told her 16-year-old son Weston Jr.'s funeral would begin at 4 PM on Saturday, but when she arrived with her family and friends, they were blocked from entering the Georgia chapel because their names weren’t on the guest list. She claims she has witnesses who heard funeral home personnel say she wasn't on the list. She says it didn’t matter what time she showed up -- she wasn’t getting in.

Luis Guevara -- a 19-year-old minor league baseball player with the Baltimore Orioles -- died Sunday night after he was involved in a watercraft crash on the Florida waters.

The Orioles shared the tragic news Tuesday night ... with general manager Mike Elias saying the organization was "devastated following his tragic passing."

"Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and teammates, and we ask for their continued privacy during this difficult time."

"Step Up 2: The Streets" choreographer Dave Scott has died.

The beloved dancer died Monday, according to a post on his official Instagram account shared Tuesday.

An official cause of death has not been revealed. Rather, the heartfelt tribute focused on his impact as a father, dancer and friend to many, noting ... "The weight of this loss will send ripples through time. But his memory and legacy will continue to live on."

The Food Network and culinary world are mourning the sudden death of Anne Burrell, with an outpouring of tributes from stars like Gigi Hadid, Buddy Valastro, Carson Kressley and more.

Gigi Hadid, who guest-starred with Anne on the network, shared a photo of the two and wrote, "I am heartbroken to hear of the loss of the Great Anne Burrell. As a longtime fan, getting to share this day with her was a dream come true. Beat Bobby. Hang. Eat. I wish we could have done it again. She was awesome. Rest in Peace"

"Cake Boss" star Buddy Valastro shared on Instagram, "Anne, your passion, energy, and love for food lit up every kitchen. You were a true force and a beautiful soul. Rest in peace, Chef 🤍 We’ll miss you dearly."

Food Network star Anne Burrell is smiling and appears carefree in the last photo she shared before her death.

In her most recent post on Instagram, Anne is grinning wide in a selfie with the Green Lady of Brooklyn.

Anne captioned the post ... "I ran into @greenladyofbrooklyn in my neighborhood 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!!!"

Whitney Purvis missed her late son Weston Jr.'s funeral last week after showing up late and getting turned away ... TMZ has learned.

A source close to the "16 and Pregnant" star tells TMZ ... Whitney was devastated after she was turned away from the Georgia funeral home last Saturday where her 16-year-old son Weston Jr. was being honored.

According to the source, Whitney was told by her baby daddy, Weston Gosa Sr., the funeral service for their late son would begin at 4 PM. But when Whitney arrived at the chapel, she says she was told the service had already started at 2 PM -- and she wasn't on the guest list.

6:10 PM PT -- A rep for the NYC Fire Department tells TMZ ... the 911 caller reported that Anne went into cardiac arrest.

"Food Network" celebrity chef Anne Burrell has died in NYC ... TMZ has learned.

Law enforcement sources tell TMZ ... EMS personnel received a call of a woman in need of assistance Tuesday morning after Burrell was found unresponsive inside her Brooklyn home.

Paramedics were unable to revive Burrell and declared her dead. The medical examiner will conduct an autopsy to determine her cause of death.

The Grande family is mourning a devastating loss … Ariana and Frankie's beloved grandmother, Marjorie -- affectionately known by her famous grandchildren as "Nonna" -- has died.

The news was shared by Ariana and Frankie's mom, Joan, in an emotional Instagram post on Tuesday. Joan revealed Marjorie died peacefully at her home, surrounded by her family. Joan described how her mom lived "an extraordinary life," calling the loss "devastating" for their tight-knit family.

Marjorie was a pillar of strength and support for both siblings throughout their careers in the entertainment industry. Whether cheering them on from the audience or offering advice behind the scenes, Nonna was never far from their spotlight.

Cops in Hawaii tell TMZ no foul play is suspected in the death of actor David Hekili Kenui Bell, who died suddenly only weeks after his part on Disney's live-action "Lilo & Stitch" hit the big screen.

Police on the Big Island tell us David died June 12 at 2:26 PM and they are looking into the matter ... with the coroner report and autopsy yet to be completed. We're told that information will be key to determining an exact cause of death.

At this time, though, cops say there is no indication foul play was involved ... and the investigation is ongoing.

Our deep dive into Liam Payne’s tragic death is officially up on YouTube -- and now’s your chance to catch all the jaw-dropping details if you haven’t seen it yet.

'TMZ Investigates: Liam Payne: Who's to Blame?' takes you to Argentina, where TMZ hit the ground to uncover shocking new information behind the former One Direction star’s fatal fall from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires.

The doc features exclusive interviews with three suspects prosecutors want charged in connection with Liam’s death, along with a chilling, never-before-heard firsthand account from an eyewitness who was there for Liam’s final hours.

Legendary Pipeline surfer Shawn Briley's 20-year-old son is "fighting for his life" after being struck by a car in Hawaii ... and is currently dealing with severe injuries to his body, including his spine.

Over the weekend, Briley's son, Dakota, was on the side of Kamehameha Highway on Oahu's North Shore when he was hit by a vehicle and pinned between two other cars, according to a fundraiser organized for his recovery.

Dakota is currently in the ICU in Honolulu ... and is "fighting for his life."