Cause of Death: Michael Chiarello, Celebrity Chef, Dies at 61

He died from an acute allergic reaction

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Chiarello was a chef restaurateur, and author

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He was known for his appearances on Food Network shows

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Chiarello also appeared on Top Chef and Top Chef Masters

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Chiarello won a Daytime Emmy in 2003 for Easy Entertaining with Michael Chiarello

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He was born in Red Bluff California in 1962

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His death has been met with an outpouring of grief

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Fans and colleagues have paid tribute to Chiarello talent and passion

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He is survived by his wife and two children

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Chiarello death is a loss to the culinary world

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He will be remembered for his contributions to the food industry

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