Rachael Ray has revealed she has had two serious falls in the past two weeks after fans raised health concerns.
In early September, the 56-year-old worried her fans when she posted a cooking video telling the story of her lateness. Tony Bennett.
Social media users began commenting on his “confusing” speech, wondering if he was taking “medication” or suffering from a medical “condition.”
Days later, Razzie's rep responded to the speculation by issuing a statement saying the celebrity chef had no comment on the matter, via TMZ.
Now Ray shares that he likes to do “physical work” around the house, but he had to cut back on some tasks after suffering “a couple bad falls” while carrying firewood on the first episode of his podcast. I will sleep when I am dead.
Rachael Ray revealed she had “two serious falls in the last few weeks” after fans raised health concerns; Photo taken at a Food Network event in New York last week.
Speaking clearly and cheerfully, Rae said: 'I'm a housewife. I love the jobs. I love being in the kitchen. I always work with my brain every day, I always write something, but I really like work.
He continued: 'I love that people consider manual labor. I love making dinner, planning dinner, and making lists. I love manual work, helping to carry wood.
Ray later commented: “I've had a couple of bad falls in the last few weeks so I haven't done it for a while, but I love carrying firewood.”
Referring to her husband John Cusimano, she said: 'How many logs did John carry? Can I bring more? I didn't tell John that. I'll say it myself.
The first episode of Ray's podcast is an interview with writer Jenny Molen, who is married to American Pie and Orange Is the New Black actor Jason Biggs.
In the same episode, Rae spoke openly about her explosive disputes with her husband, to whom she has been married since 2005.
“It's very difficult, especially for angry, creative or loud people, and loud people can calm you down,” he reflected.
Ray admitted: 'John and I never got over it. We have big knife competitions all the time. But I think it's healthy, I really do, I don't trust people who are too quiet…too quiet they just fool me. I like that you tell me what you're thinking when you're thinking, let's get it all out, get it out.'
He revealed that he had to cut back on some tasks after suffering 'a couple of falls' while carrying firewood, in the first episode of his podcast I'll Sleep When I'm Dead.
In the same episode, Rae spoke openly about the 'knife fights' she had with her husband in 2005; The couple was taken in 2021.
When Molan asked if Ray or Cusimano were the first to apologize after the fight, Ray admitted, “I don't know if we ever apologized to each other.”
She explained: 'At the end, I pat him on the butt or he kisses my head, it's something like that. That's forgiveness. 'Well. I still like your butt.' 'I still like your head.' It's sort of in that realm.'
Ray's comments come a month after he posted a video that appeared to show him slurring his words, sparking concern among fans about his health.
She released a sneak peek of her new show Rachel Ray in Tuscany, which showed her cooking osso buco while paying tribute to the dead. Tony Bennett.
However, an emotional Rae described Bennett banging his head on the marble counter and fearing he had “killed her”, leaving fans asking about his health.
One fan wrote: “Is he tickling you or am I talking?”, while a second wrote: “I love you but are you okay?” I'm seriously worried.'
Others wrote: 'Is Rachel in any trouble?! I hope someone cares as much as I do?', 'Wait! What's going on with Rachael Ray? And 'She's old like us.' Maybe she's sick, maybe she's taking medication. Anyway, there's no need to be nasty.
'What's wrong with him? Messy hair, slurred words… wow, wow…'
In early September, the 56-year-old sent her fans into a frenzy when she posted a cooking video in which she told a story about the late Tony Bennett.
A few days later, Ray's rep responded to the speculation and issued a statement via TMZ saying the celebrity chef had “no comment” on the matter.
Other viewers supported the star: 'What negative comments here. Leave Raquel alone. People go through a lot of things in life that we don't even know about. Let's be kind.'
'I adore Rachel and would give anything to cook with her, share some wine and laugh with her! 'She is a very generous and talented person with a big heart, and deserves nothing more than the love and respect of her fans – mine!'
'People leave it alone, menstruation affects us differently. Enjoy delicious food and fun stories instead of looking down on it.
DailyMail.com has contacted Rachael Ray's representatives for comment.
Last year, Ray announced the end of his daytime talk show after 17 seasons.
Ray's statement began: “In my more than 20 years in television, I have spent 17 wonderful seasons working with Rachel on daytime television.”
“However, I have decided it is time to move on to the next exciting chapter of my broadcasting career.”
Debuting in 2006, The Rachael Ray Show became the highest-grossing syndicated show released that year and racked up 37 Daytime Emmy nominations over its next 17 seasons, winning three for Best Talk Show.
Debuting in 2006, The Rachael Ray Show became the biggest syndicated show to debut that year and racked up 37 Daytime Emmy nominations.
Rachel's design approach highlights her relatable culinary skills in addition to her fun, easy-going interview style.
Celebrity guests are a staple, as the 30 Minute Meals star has interviewed celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow, the Kardashians, and former first lady Michelle Obama.
The Rachael Ray Show was one of the first daytime shows to resume filming amid the Covid pandemic and returned for its sixteenth season in October 2021.
2020 has been a difficult year for Ray and her husband John Cusimano56, says DThe couple lost their home in upstate New York in an accidental fire in August 2020.
They also suffered through their Manhattan. The apartment flooded in September of that year and their pit bull Isapoo died that summer in June.
In 2008, Rae's manager dispelled rumors that she had throat cancer, saying, “Rachel is the picture of health.” He will undergo a minor operation to remove a benign cyst on his vocal cords.
“This is a routine internal and external procedure that he will undergo in early December and will not affect his daytime show or Food Network tapings.”
