Rachael Ray Undergoes Surgery

"The Insider" has learned that talk-show host and television chef Rachael Ray has undergone a surgical procedure.

Ray underwent surgery last week to remove a cyst from her vocal cord. A rep for the star tells "The Insider":

"After several months of vocal therapy and on the advice of her doctors, Rachael decided to have a benign cyst removed from her vocal cord, last week."

Ray's rep goes on to say: "According to Rachael's doctors, the minor, non-invasive procedure was a success and she is already resting at home. The hardest part for Rachael is going to be giving her voice a rest for the next week or so."

The bubbly star's daytime talk show, "Rachael Ray," airs weekdays.

Published 7/10/09 by