Gordon Ramsay Biography
Gordon Ramsay is a British chef, restaurateur, and a famous TV personality. He was born on 8 November 1966 in Johnstone, Renfrewshire. When he was five, his family shifted to Stratford and so, he grew up there. Gordon has two brothers and a sister. Their father did various ordinary jobs to raise them. Gordon spent quite a difficult childhood facing financial issue every now and then.
His father died when he was 10. He has mentioned his childhood sufferings in his autobiography Humble Pie. Gordon initially wanted to become a footballer. He even joined Rangers to enhance his playing skills but could not continue due to severe injury that he had. In his late teens, his interest towards culinary art developed. He enrolled himself in the North Oxford Shire Technical College and after completing his graduation started working at the Wroxton House Hotel.
He later shifted to London and ended up working at Harveys. In 1998 he established his own restaurant by the name of Restaurant Gordon Ramsay in Chelsea. His restaurant soon became very popular and later he opened several chains. Soon he entered media and was seen in several TV shows and films including Smurfs: The Lost Village, Love’s Kitchen. He has also been a part of the video game Hell’s Kitchen.
Gordon Ramsay Net Worth
According to the latest updates, Gordon Ramsay net worth in 2020 is around $200 million. his wealth is majorly generated from his chains of restaurants that he owns. Moreover, he also earns handsome salaries from media. He made around $225,000 for a single episode.
Gordon Ramsay Personal Details | |
| Real Name | Gordon James Ramsay OBE |
| Age | 54 Years |
| Date of Birth | 8 November 1966 |
| Place of Birth | Johnstone, Renfrewshire, Scotland |
| Nationality | British |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Profession / Occupation | chef, restaurateur, writer, television personality and food critic |
Gordon Ramsay Body Stats | |
| Height | 6 feet 2 inches |
| Weight | 80 kg |
| Body Type | Average |
| Chest Size | Unknown |
| Biceps | Unknown |
| Waist | Unknown |
| Eyes Color | Blue |
| Hair Color | Blonde |
| Shoe Size | 15 (UK) |
| Dress Size | Unknown |
Gordon Ramsay Family Details | |
| Spouse / Wife Name | Tana Ramsay (m. 1996) |
| Father Name | Gordon Ramsay Sr. |
| Mother Name | Helen Ramsay |
| Children | Matilda Ramsay, Jack Scott Ramsay, Megan Ramsay, Holly Anna Ramsay, Oscar Ramsay |
| Siblings | Yvonne Ramsay, Ronnie Ramsay, and Diane Ramsay |
It is said that he easily earns over $45 million annually. He also purchased a lavish 5-bed home in Bel Air in 2012 worth $6.75 million. The house also has a beautiful kitchen which reflects Gordon’s love towards cooking and culinary.
“I don’t like looking back. I’m always constantly looking forward. I’m not the one to sort of sit and cry over spilt milk. I’m too busy looking for the next cow.”- Gordon Ramsay
Interesting Facts about Gordon Ramsay
- In the year 2005, Gordon wo the British Academy Television Award for Best Features.
- For two consecutive years, in 2008 and 2009, he received the ASTRA Award for Favorite International Personality or Actor.
- In the London Zagat Survey made in 2001, Gordon’s restaurant was voted Top Restaurant in the UK. It was also given its third Michelin Star.
- Gordon has won three Catey Awards; the first one in 1995 for Newcomer of the Year, the second in 2000 for Chef of the Year, and the third one in 2006 for the Independent Restaurateur of the Year.
- In 2013, he became a part of the Culinary Hall of Fame.