Gordon Ramsayrevealed that he is “bruised up” after a terrible accident and had an extremely important message to share with his audience as a result of it.
The 57-year-old Michelin-starred chef took toInstagramto recount a harrowingcycling accidenthe had while he was in Connecticut. As he shared the experience, he also emphasized the crucial role his helmet played in saving his life.
HighlightsGordon Ramsay shared his harrowing cycling accident experience where a helmet saved his lifeCelebrities and well-wishers, including Dr. Phil and Chef Aarón Sánchez, sent the celebrity chef recovery messagesGordon emphasized the importance of wearing helmets, regardless of the journey’s lengthThe Michelin-starred chef also thanked the medical staff at Lawrence + Memorial Hospital in Connecticut for their care
Gordon Ramsay narrated a terrible cycling accident he had in Connecticut while sharing a video on Saturday ahead of Father’s Day
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“With #FathersDay tomorrow I have very important message for all the dads out there… WEAR A HELMET ! This week I had a really bad accident while riding my bike in Connecticut,” he wrote in thevideo’s caption.
During the video, the Scottish celebrity raised in England took a moment to lift his chef’s whites to reveal the purple bruising on his torso.
“You know how much Ilove cyclingand triathlons and Ironman [races] etc and this week, unfortunately, I had a really badaccidentand it really shook me and honestly I’m lucky to be here,” he said in the video.
The celebrity chef said he did not break any bones but sustained bruises, which he revealed to his audience in the clip
“Those incredible trauma surgeons, doctors, nurses in thehospitalslooked after me this week, they were amazing but honestly, you’ve got to wear helmets,” he continued.
“I don’t care how short the journey is. I don’t care … these helmets cost money, but they’re crucial, even with a kid’s short journey, they’vegot to wear a helmet,” he added.
“Now, I’m lucky to be standing here. I’m in pain. It’s been a brutal week. And I’m sort of getting through it,” he went on to say.
“Unfortunately, I had a really bad accident and it really shook me and honestly I’m lucky to be here,” said the Michelin-starred chef
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The Hell’s Kitchen star revealed that he is “doing ok” and didn’tbreak any boneswhile on his bicycle. Although he didn’t sustain any major injuries, he wrote in the caption, “I am a bit bruised up looking like a purple potato.”
He also took a moment to thank the medical staff who looked after him in the aftermath of the accident.
“I’m thankful for all the doctors, nurses and staff at Lawerence + Memorial Hospital in New London who looked after me and checked me out, but most thankful for my helmet that saved my life. Have a great Father’s Day and be safe Gx,” he wrote.
Gordon’s 24-year-old daughter Holly commented on his post, saying, “Love you so much xx.”
The 57-year-old star emphasized the importance of wearing helmets no matter how short the journey is
Before and After pics of Gordon Ramsay bike helmet. Wow.pic.twitter.com/joqdQ06sJB
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“Glad you’re okay! Thank God for that helmet,” said talk show host Dr. Phil.
“The way my heart sank when you lifted your shirt!! The world needs you chef!!” commented Chef Jordan Torrey. “Beyond happy to hear you are going to be okay, and thank God for that helmet! Happy Father’s Day and speedy recovery goat!!”You May LikePeople Are Cracking Up At These 35 Roasts By Chef Gordon RamsayAivaras Kaziukonis29 Things That Were Created Completely By AccidentAivaras KaziukonisGene Hackman, 94, Grabs Wife Betsy’s Hand During First Public Outing Together In 21 YearsBinitha Jacob
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