Rachael Ray has sparked concern among fans after sharing a new cooking video on Instagram with many saying the celebrity chef looked noticeably different.
The 57-year-old posted a clip demonstrating her approach to seasoning food but the comments quickly shifted from cooking tips to questions about her health and appearance.
"Holy crap I didn't recognize who it was until I read the name" one follower wrote while another asked "I haven't seen her in so long. I'm genuinely wondering... is she okay?"
One supporter commented "A swift Google search would let y'all know that she has been going through some very stressful events and taken a couple serious falls. Be kind."
Despite the hardships Ray has remained positive previously saying she is grateful to still have "a roof over my head" and "a job."
While some fans continued to speculate about her appearance many others urged compassion noting that ageing and life's challenges can naturally change a person's appearance.
One supporter summed it up by writing "Y'all do know folks age and go through challenges in their bodies. Let's grow up."