Gordon Ramsay's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Gordon Ramsay. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Gordon Ramsay is a British celebrity chef, restaurateur, television personality, and writer renowned for his culinary expertise and fiery on-screen persona. He founded Gordon Ramsay Restaurants in 1997, which has accumulated 17 Michelin stars; eight are currently held. His flagship restaurant, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, has maintained three stars since 2001. Ramsay gained prominence through the British television series Boiling Point and has since become a globally recognized and influential figure in the culinary world.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

1995: Catey Award (Newcomer of the Year)

In 1995, Gordon Ramsay won his first Catey award for "Newcomer of the Year".

1997: Aubergine Wins Second Michelin Star

In 1997, Aubergine, where Ramsay worked as head chef, won its second Michelin star.

2000: Top Chef in the UK at the Catey Awards

In 2000, Gordon Ramsay was named the top chef in the UK at the Catey Awards, marking a significant achievement in his culinary career.

2000: Catey Award (Chef of the Year)

In 2000, Gordon Ramsay won a Catey award for "Chef of the Year".

2001: Restaurant Gordon Ramsay Awarded Three Michelin Stars

In 2001, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay in Chelsea, London, founded by Ramsay, was awarded its third Michelin star. The restaurant is currently run by Chef Matt Abé.

2001: Restaurant Gordon Ramsay Voted Top Restaurant

In 2001, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay was voted Top Restaurant in the UK in the London Zagat Survey and was awarded its third Michelin star.

June 2006: High Court win against London Evening Standard

In June 2006, Ramsay won a High Court case against the London Evening Standard newspaper, which had alleged fakery in Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares.

July 2006: Catey Award for Independent Restaurateur of the Year

In July 2006, Gordon Ramsay won the Catey award for "Independent Restaurateur of the Year", making him only the third person to have won three Catey awards.

September 2006: Most Influential Person in UK Hospitality

In September 2006, Ramsay was named as the most influential person in the UK hospitality industry in the annual Caterersearch 100 list.

2006: Appointed OBE

In 2006, Gordon Ramsay was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) by Queen Elizabeth II for services to the hospitality industry.

2011: The Good Food Guide Names Restaurant Gordon Ramsay Second Best

In 2011, The Good Food Guide ranked Restaurant Gordon Ramsay as the second-best restaurant in the UK, following The Fat Duck in Bray, Berkshire.

January 2013: Inducted into the Culinary Hall of Fame

In January 2013, Ramsay was inducted into the Culinary Hall of Fame, a recognition of his significant contributions to the culinary world.

June 2017: Guinness World Record for Fastest Fish Filleting

On 14 June 2017, Ramsay set a new Guinness World Record for the 'Fastest time to fillet a 10 lb fish', achieving the record in one minute and five seconds.

August 2017: Guinness World Record for Longest Pasta Sheet Rolled

On 16 August 2017, Ramsay set a 'Guinness World Record for the Longest Pasta Sheet Rolled in 60 Seconds', which measured 1.45 metres.

2019: Forbes Estimate of Ramsay's Net Income

In 2019, Forbes estimated Ramsay's personal net income to be US$63 million.

2020: Forbes Listing

In 2020, Forbes listed Ramsay's earnings at US $70 million, ranking him at No. 19 on its list of the highest-earning celebrities.

May 2022: $4.5 Million Judgement in Fat Cow Gordon Ramsay Case

In May 2022, A New York Superior Court judge ended an eight-year legal battle between Gordon Ramsay and his former business partner at The Fat Cow Gordon Ramsay restaurant in Los Angeles, Rowan Seibel, ruling that Gordon Ramsay should be paid $4.5 million in damages and court fee coverage.