A closer look at the defining struggles that shaped Gordon Ramsay's life and career.
Gordon Ramsay is a British celebrity chef, restaurateur, television presenter, and writer renowned for his culinary expertise and fiery personality. His restaurant group boasts 17 Michelin stars, with Restaurant Gordon Ramsay holding three since 2001. Ramsay gained prominence through the miniseries Boiling Point and has become a globally recognized and influential chef in the culinary world.
1984: Rangers Trial
In mid-1984, Ramsay had a trial with Rangers, during which he seriously injured his knee.
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July 1998: Leaving Aubergine
In July 1998, Ramsay left the partnership at Aubergine due to a dispute with the business owners and his desire to run his own restaurant.
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1998: Lawsuit from A-Z Restaurants
In 1998, following Ramsay's resignation from the Aubergine, A-Z restaurants sued him for £1 million, but eventually settled out of court.
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June 2007: Lawsuit from Purnima's General Manager
In June 2007, Ramsay's show was sued by the terminated general manager of the New York restaurant Purnima, who alleged fakery in Kitchen Nightmares.
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August 2007: Dismissal of Purnima Lawsuit
In August 2007, the lawsuit from Purnima's general manager was dismissed voluntarily and ordered into arbitration.
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2007: Lease signed for York & Albany pub
In 2007, a 25-year lease was signed for the York & Albany pub, which would later become the subject of a high court case in January 2014.
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2008: Fallout with Marcus Wareing
In 2008, Gordon Ramsay had a falling out with Marcus Wareing; Wareing kept the restaurant premises and the stars, while Ramsay received rights to the name.
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2008: Puffin Hunting Accident
In 2008, Ramsay fell off a cliff while filming a puffin hunting segment in Iceland, nearly drowning.
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February 2012: Laurier Gordon Ramsay Dissociation
In February 2012, Laurier Gordon Ramsay restaurant announced its disassociation from Ramsay.
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March 2012: Lawsuit Against Laurier Gordon Ramsay
On 21 March 2012, Gordon Ramsay filed a $2.7 million lawsuit against his former partners of his restaurant in Montreal, Quebec, the Laurier Gordon Ramsay, over lost licensing fees and defamatory statements.
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April 2013: Closure of Laurier 1936
On 16 April 2013, just over a year after Gordon Ramsay filed a lawsuit, Laurier 1936 closed.
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June 2013: Closure of Gordon Ramsay at Claridge's
In June 2013, Gordon Ramsay's restaurant, Gordon Ramsay at Claridge's, closed its doors.
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October 2013: Gordon Ramsay at The London lost Michelin stars
In October 2013, Gordon Ramsay at The London restaurant in New York lost its two Michelin stars due to issues with the food quality and consistency reported by Michelin reviewers.
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2013: Laurier Gordon Ramsay Closed
In 2013, Laurier Gordon Ramsay closed.
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January 2014: High Court Case Loss
In January 2014, Gordon Ramsay lost a high court case in relation to the York & Albany pub, regarding a personal guarantee signed by his father-in-law.
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2014: Closure of The Fat Cow
In 2014, The Fat Cow closed amid legal issues; the steakhouse concept expanded to other locations.
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March 2020: Layoffs due to Coronavirus Lockdown
In March 2020, Gordon Ramsay laid off more than 500 staff in the UK after several of his restaurants had to temporarily close due to the coronavirus lockdown, leading to public criticism.
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June 2024: Bicycle Accident
In June 2024, Ramsay was involved in a bicycle accident in Connecticut, emphasizing the importance of wearing a helmet.
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