Rachael Ray Makes Rare Public Appearance in NYC

New York City, NY — Celebrity chef Rachael Ray, 57, made a rare public appearance on Wednesday when she arrived at “The Drew Barrymore Show.” Dressed in a brown leather bomber jacket, colorful vest, and brown pants, Ray paired her outfit with glasses and gold and black boots while carrying a blue handbag.

Ray posted a photo of the CBS talk show’s studio to her Instagram Stories in anticipation of her appearance, scheduled for this Friday. According to reports, she will be “sharing a recipe with Drew in the kitchen.” This public appearance comes after Ray faced scrutiny over her health and behavior throughout the past year.

In July, she attended an event in New York City to promote her newly launched gin line but arrived “20 minutes” late. Witnesses noted that she “seemed off” while meeting fans and handing out bottles of gin. “She got oddly close to some people, hugging them in a way that seemed overly familiar,” said a source who attended the event.

Concerns have been raised about Ray’s appearance in a cooking video shared on Instagram on Mother’s Day, where fans commented on her health. One user wrote, “Rachael worried about you!” while another asked, “Are you okay? You don’t look well.” Observers noted her slurred speech during the video.

Despite the worries from fans, sources close to Ray told The Post in July that she is “taking care of herself” and doing things “on her own terms.” An insider commented, “Rachael Ray is someone that isn’t into hair and makeup, and high heels. People are judging her based on a standard of beauty. She’s not that girl.”

Ray’s upcoming appearance on “The Drew Barrymore Show” complies with her recent return to the spotlight, showcasing her resilience amid public concern.