Gordon Ramsay is a British celebrity chef, restaurateur, television presenter, entrepreneur, and author. He is well known for appearing in the TV shows known as Hell’s Kitchen (2004-2009), MasterChef USA (2010), and Next Level Chef (2022).
Wiki/Biography
Gordon Ramsay was born as Gordon James Ramsay on Tuesday, 8 November 1966 (age 57 years; as of 2023) in Johnstone, Renfrewshire, Scotland. His zodiac sign is Scorpio.
A childhood photo of Gordon Ramsay
He moved with his family to Stratford-upon-Avon, Bishopton, England when he was 9 years old. Later he moved to Banbury at the age of 16. He studied Hotel Management at North Oxfordshire Technical College and School of Art, Banbury affiliated with Banbury and Bicester College, England. This education was sponsored to him by the Rotarians from Rotary International.
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 6′ 2″
Hair Colour: Blond
Eye Colour: Blue
Family/Caste
Gordon Ramsay belongs to a Catholic family in the UK.
Parents & Siblings
Gordon Ramsay’s father’s name is Gordon James Ramsay Sr. He worked as a swimming pool manager, welder, and shopkeeper. Gordon’s mother’s name is Helen Ramsay. She was a nurse by profession. He has an older sister named Diane Ramsay, a younger brother named Ronald Ramsay, and a younger sister named Yvonne Ramsay. Diane Ramsay is a former Scottish sprinter and Yvonne Ramsay works as a nurse.
Gordon Ramsay (right) with his parents and siblings
Wife & Children
On 21 December 1996, he married Tana Hutcheson. She works as a TV broadcaster and is the author of cookery books.
Gordon Ramsay with Tana Hutcheson
As of 2023, the couple has six children Megan, Jack, Holly, Matilda, Oscar and Jesse. Megan works with the Metropolitan police, Jack is a Royal Marines Commando, Holly is a fashion designer and blogger, and Matilda works as a television presenter, chef and social media influencer.
Gordon Ramsay with Tana Hutcheson and their children
Gordon Ramsay’s son Oscar with his brother Jesse
Relationships/Affairs
Gordon Ramsay dated Tana Ramsay for a while before getting married in 1996.
Tana Ramsay with Gordon Ramsay
Ramsay had an affair with Sarah Symonds. She worked as a professional mistress. She dated Ramsay from 2001 to 2008.
Gordon Ramsay’s ex girlfriend Sarah Symonds
Address
He resides at 1 Catherine Palace, London SW1E 6DX, United Kingdom.
Signature/Autograph
A signature of Gordon Ramsay
Career
Beginning of his career
Ramsay worked as a commis chef at the Worxton House Hotel, Banbury in the mid-1980s. Later, Ramsay moved to London and worked in several restaurants before joining the British chef named Marco Pierre White at Harveys, Wandsworth, London.
Gordon Ramsay training under Marco Pierre White at Harveys
He then went to study French cuisine under Albert Roux at Le Gavroche in London’s Mayfair. Then he moved to Paris to work with both the Michelin-starred chefs Guy Savoy and Joel Robuchon. He continued to work in France for three years before taking a job as a personal chef on a private yacht in Bermuda. He got an exposure to Italian cuisine while travelling.
Advancement of career
In 1933, Ramsay returned to London to work as a head chef under Pierre Koffmann at La Tante Clarie, Chelsea.
Gordon Ramsay’s mentor Pierre Koffmann
After that, he went to work with Marco Pierre White once again at his restaurant Roosemore which was renamed as Aubergine. Ramsay was offered a 10% share of the business. In 1998, he left the position and opened his restaurant known as Restaurant Gordon Ramsay. In 2011, his restaurant was named the second-best restaurant in the UK by The Good Food Guide.
One of the outlets of Restaurant Gordon Ramsay in London
Entrepreneur
Gordon Ramsay owns the company known as Gordon Ramsay Holdings Limited (1997) as Director. The restaurants, gastropubs, media, and consultancy are held under this company. Apart from owning one of the largest restaurant groups in the UK known as Gordon Ramsay Restaurant, he owns several other restaurants across the globe. Some of the restaurants and bars that are under the Gordon Ramsay Restaurant are known as Bread Street Kitchen & Bar, Gordon Ramsay Bar & Grill, Gordon Ramsay Steak, and Gordon Ramsay Hell’s Kitchen. He has established his restaurants in other countries such as the USA, Dubai, France, and Singapore. In 2021, Gordon Ramsay stepped into the wine industry by opening his brand of California wines.
Gordon Ramsay advertising his Wine brand
Author
Ramsay published his first book titled Gordon Ramsay’s Passion for Flavour (1996).
Some of his other published books are Gordon Ramsay’s Passion for Seafood (1999), Gordon Ramsay’s Kitchen Heaven (2004), Gordon Ramsay Easy All Year Round (2006), and Restaurant Gordon Ramsay: A Story of Excellence (2023).
Television
Ramsay first appeared on television in the fly-on-the-kitchen-wall documentary series titled Boiling Point (1999), which aired on Channel 4.
Gordon Ramsay on the poster of Boiling Point
Some of his other television appearances were in Hell’s Kitchen (British) (2004) on ITV, Hell’s Kitchen (American) (2005-present) on Fox, The F Word (British) (2005-2010) on Channel 4, and Hotel Hell (American) (2012-2016) on Fox.
Video Games
Ramsay’s first video game in which he gave voice was Hell’s Kitchen: The Game (2008). He gave voice to the AI character of Gordon Ramsay as a chef instructor. Some of the other games in which he gave voice were Gordon Ramsay Dash (2016) and Gordon Ramsay: Chef Blast (2021).
Film
Ramsay made a guest appearance as himself in the film “Love’s Kitchen” (2011). He was part of two other films such as Burnt (2015) and Smurfs: The Last Village (2017).
Public Perception
Persona
According to sources, Gordon Ramsay is often perceived as highly competitive, short-tempered and a perfectionist. He was criticized by media reporters for the usage of strong language on the cooking TV shows. He describes his management style as being influenced by his mentors Chef Marco Pierre White, Guy Savoy and his father-in-law Chris Hutcheson. He was listed among The 60 Nastiest Villains of All Time in 2013.
In an interview, Gordon Ramsay stated,
You know, I have a rough side. I have a smooth side. But underlining all that is an honest side. I have an earnest desire to get things absolutely right.”
Food Perception
In the past, Ramsay disliked vegetarianism and veganism. He has mentioned his dislike for vegetarian food in his TV shows and interviews however in 2006, on the second series of The F Word (2005-2010), he learned about the intensive pig farming practices and understood why people prefer vegetarian food. Thereafter, he introduced a vegan menu at his restaurants for the people who prefer vegan food. He stated on an episode of Master Chef: Back to Win that,
After all these years, I can finally admit, that I actually love vegan food.”
Philanthropy
In 2005, Ramsay organised the Gordon Ramsay “Buy a Brick” appeal to help the Scottish Spina Bifida Association (also known as Spina Bifida Hydrocephalus Scotland) raise funds for the new Family Support Centre and Head Office in Glasglow. In 2006, he helped the same association raise funds to run the support centre. In 2007, he helped the association by hosting a St Andrew’s Day Gala Dinner at Stirling Castle, Scotland, which later became an annual event.
In 2005, Ramsay and Indian chef Madhur Jaffrey teamed up to help the international development charity group, Voluntary Services Overseas (VSO) with its event known as Spice Up Your Life. For VSO’s work in HIV and AIDS, the charity’s goal was to raise 100,000 pounds. In 2005, Ramsay and his wife became the first couple, who were the ambassadors of the charity group Women’s Aid. To support Women’s Aid, they ran the Flora Families marathon in the same year.
Gordon Ramsay at the Flora Families Marathon
Ramsay took part in the UNICEF Soccer Aid to help them raise funds in 2006, 2010, 2012, and 2014. In 2010, he played with the Rest of the World team alongside professional footballers and actors and won the match.
Gordon Ramsay promoting the UNICEF Soccer Aid
In 2020, Gordon Ramsay and Tana Ramsay became the ambassadors for Cornwall Air Ambulance.
Gordon Ramsay and Tana Hutcheson standing in front of the Cornwall Air Ambulance
Controversies
Ramsay’s resignation at Aubergine
Ramsay resigned from the Aubergine restaurant owned by A-Z Restaurants in 1998. After that, A-Z Restaurants sued him for 1 million pounds for breaking the contract and loss of revenue in court. Later the matter was settled outside the court.
Fake News about Ramsay’s TV show
In 2006, a London newspaper company known as the London Evening Standard reported that the TV show Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares (2004-2014) had shown fake scenes of the Bonaparte’s restaurant, Silsden, West Yorkshire. They claimed the condition of the restaurant shown in the show was fake and was not hazardous to health. This case was taken to the High Court by Gordon Ramsay and his team where it was proved that the information written by the newspaper company was untrue and the company had to pay a price of 75,000 pounds for damages.
False Acquisition on Ramsay’s TV show
In 2007, Ramsay’s show Kitchen Nightmares was accused by the ex-manager of the New York restaurant Dillon’s or Purnima of setting up fake problems in the restaurants. He claimed that the problems were created by Ramsay and his team in the restaurants so that the show could portray Ramsay as if he were improving the restaurants. Later the case was dismissed and both the parties handled the case outside the court without making an issue further.
Fault in Ramsay’s food quality
According to sources, in 2009, Foxtrot Oscar, London, Chelsea area, one of Gordon Ramsay’s restaurants sold pre-prepared meals to its customers. It was revealed that the other three gastropubs of Ramsay used the same process to deliver food to the customers. Later one of the official members of Ramsay’s team clarified that this is a standard procedure that the restaurants follow to increase their supply as the restaurants have limited space to prepare food. The food’s quality is unaffected. In 2010 Ramsay told the media that it was standard practice and nothing to worry about.
Ramsay filed a case against his Restaurant partner
In 2012, Ramsay had to file a case against his former restaurant Laurier partners for defamation and lost licensing fees. Ramsay demanded a price of 2.7 million dollars from the partners for the loss.
Ramsay lost the case against his father-in-law
In 2015, Ramsay lost the case against his father-in-law Christopher Hutcheson for the York & Albany pub. Ramsay claimed that his father-in-law had misused the “ghostwriting” machine to forge his signature on the 25-year-old agreement that was shown in the court. The agreement claims that Ramsay is the personal guarantor for the 640,000 pounds annual rent of the York & Albany pub. Ramsay had to pay a total of 1 million pounds after losing the case.
Ramsay’s eight-year-long legal battle
In 2022, Ramsay won the case against his former business partner Rowan Seibel at The Fat Cow Gordon Ramsay restaurant in Los Angeles. The eight-year-long case was ended after the court passed a judgement to pay Gordon Ramsay 3.6 million pounds for the damages and court fee.
Ramsay’s inappropriate statement
In 2022, Ramsay in an interview with BBC Radio 2 said that he loves Cornwall but doesn’t like Cornish people. This statement was found inappropriate by Cllr Dick Cole the leader of the Cornwall political party known as Mebyon Kernow, who asked for an apology from Ramsay. Later a member of Ramsay’s team said that Gordon had made such sarcastic comments several times.
Awards, Honours, Achievements
- The Cateys Award for Newcomer of the Year (1995)
- The Cateys Award for Chef of the Year (2000)
- BAFTA TV Award for Best Features for Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares (2005)
Gordon Ramsay holding the BAFTA Award
- James Beard Foundation Award for Best Chef in New York City (2006)
- The Cateys Award for Independent Restaurateur of the Year (2006)
- The Order of the British Empire honour for services to culinary arts (2006)
Gordon Ramsay holding the British Empire medal
- Television and Radio Industries Club Award for TV Personality (2008)
- Astra Award for Favourite International Personality or Actor (2008)
- Astra Award for Favourite International Personality or Actor (2009)
- James Beard Foundation Award for Outstanding Chef (2009)
- Irina Palm d’Or for Worst British Supporting Actor for Love’s Kitchen (2011)
- Guinness World Record for the Fastest time to fillet a 10 lb fish (2017)
- Guinness World Record for the Longest sheet of pasta rolled in 1 minute by an individual (2017)
- YouTube Creator Award Diamond (2019)
- The Weebly Award for People’s Voice for Food & Drink (Campaigns) Social (2021)
Gordon Ramsay holding the Weebly Award
- The Streamy Award for Best Crossover (2022)
- Guinness World Record for Largest beef wellington (2023)
Gordon Ramsay and Nick DiGiovanni with the Guinness World Record
- British GQ Food & Drink Lifetime Achievement Award (2023)
Gordon Ramsay holding the GQ Lifetime Achievement Award
Bike Collection
- Ducati 848 Evo
Gordon Ramsay sitting on his Ducati 848 Evo
- Ducati 1199 Superleggera
Gordon Ramsay sitting on his Ducati 1199 Superleggera
- Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade
- Ducati Monster 696
Gordon Ramsay with his Ducati Monster 696
Car Collection
- Ferrari LaFerrari painted in Grigio Ferro
Gordon Ramsay with his Ferrari LaFerrari
- Ferrari LaFerrari Aperta painted in Bianco Italia
Gordon Ramsay standing beside his Ferrari LaFerrari Aperta
- Ferrari F12tdf painted in Bianco Italia
Gordon Ramsay entering his Ferrari F12tdf
- Ferrari Monza SP2 painted in Nero Daytona
Gordon Ramsay standing on his Ferrari Monza SP2
- Ferrari F12berlinetta
Gordon Ramsay sitting in front of his Ferrari F12berlinetta
- Ferrari 812 Superfast
Gordon Ramsay with his Ferrari 812 Superfast
- Aston Martin DB7 V12 Vantage
Gordon Ramsay standing in front of his Aston Martin DB7 V12 Vantage
- Aston Martin DBS Superleggera
- Porsche 911 GT2
Gordon Ramsay entering his Porsche 911 GT-2
- Ferrari Portofino
Gordon Ramsay standing with his Ferrari Portofino
- Ferrari California T (grey)
Gordon Ramsay driving his Ferrari California T
- Ferrari California T (red)
Gordon Ramsay with his Red Ferrari California T
- Land Rover Defender 110 SVX Spectre JB24
Gordon Ramsay sitting in his Land Rover Defender 110 SVX Spectre JB24
- Ferrari 550 Maranello
Gordon Ramsay and Tana Hutcheson leaning on the bonnet of Ferrari 550 Maranello
Expenses/Valuables
- Gulfstream G550
Gordon Ramsay standing in front of his private jet
Favourites
- Food: Beef Wellington, Cookies, Crack pie, Burger
- Dessert: Hot Chocolate fondant with Malt Ice Cream
- TV Show: American Idol: The Search for a Superstar (2002)
- Sport: Football, Baseball
- Travel Destination: Tokyo, Laos, Vietnam, Madrid
Facts/Trivia
- He knows karate and has earned a black belt.
- Gordon participates in Ironman events, marathons, and triathlons to maintain his fitness. According to sources, during the COVID-19 pandemic, Gordon used to do cycling to keep his mental and physical health in check.
Gordon Ramsay running
- Gordon Ramsay owns five dogs, a cat, and a tortoise. He has an English Bulldog named Tomato, a French bulldog named Truffle, a cocker spaniel named Bruno, and two maltipoos named Carlos and Peanuts. He had a bulldog named Rumpole who passed away in 2019. His cat is of the ragdoll breed and is named Rumpy.
Gordon Ramsay with his dog Rumpole
Gordon Ramsay with his dog Bruno
- In 2006, he was appointed as the Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) by Queen Elizabeth II for the hospitality industry.
- In 2006, Ramsay became the most influential person in the UK hospitality industry in the annual Caterersearch 100 list published by Caterer and Hotelkeeper magazine.
- Restaurant Gordon Ramsay’s eight-year record for being on Harden’s list was broken by the restaurant Petrus run by a former protege of Ramsay named Marcus Wareign in 2008.
- In 2008, Ramsay met with an accident while filming on Iceland’s Westman Island. He fell from a cliff into the icy water below. He removed his waterproof clothing and heavy boots to swim back up and then the film crew rescued him by throwing a rope.
A still of Gordon Ramsay while filming on Iceland’s Westman Island
- His feet size is 15. All of his shoes are custom-made.
- In 2012, Ramsay was on the Forbes Highest Earning Chef’s list.
- Ramsay was inducted into the Culinary Hall of Fame in 2013.
- He speaks French fluently.
- In 2021, Ramsay opened a culinary school known as The Gordon Ramsay Academy in Woking, Surrey, UK.
Gordon Ramsay cooking at the Gordon Ramsay Academy
- Ramsay wanted to become a footballer in his childhood. He played with the Warwickshire Under 14 team. Later he wanted to play for the Rangers team but due to his injury, he had to stop playing and had to discontinue football after the testimonial game for Rangers.
- In 2022, Gordon Ramsay appeared in two YouTube videos of MrBeast known as “I Built Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory” and “I Didn’t Eat Food For 30 Days.”
- In 2022, the International Hospitality Institute recognised Ramsay among the 100 Most Powerful People in Global Hospitality.
- Ramsay likes travelling.
Gordon Ramsay in Vietnam
- He follows a non-vegetarian diet.
- He drinks alcohol occasionally.
Gordon Ramsay drinking beer
- As of 2023, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay has received 17 Michelin Stars.
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