Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay has shared the frightening aftermath of a bicycle accident that left him hospitalized but grateful to be alive.
A Dangerous Turn
In a candid video uploaded to Instagram, Ramsay removed his shirt to reveal a large, dark purple bruise on his torso. The British celebrity chef, known for his fiery personality on shows like Kitchen Nightmares, recounted the harrowing experience stating, Honestly, I’m lucky to be here.
Biking in New Zealand
The incident occurred while he was cycling around Auckland, New Zealand. Just scooting around #Auckland! #NewZealand
, he had captioned a previous Instagram video. The keen cyclist later shared startling photos of his damaged helmet alongside the video of his injuries.
The Importance of Helmets
Ramsay, 57, expressed deep gratitude towards the medical staff who treated him, saying, From those incredible trauma surgeons, doctors and nurses in the hospital who looked after me this week, they were amazing, but honestly, you’ve got to wear a helmet.
He credited his helmet for saving his life and urged his followers to always wear one while cycling. I don’t care how short the journey is. I don’t care that these helmets cost money. They’re crucial.
The Aftermath
This isn’t the first time Ramsay has been involved in drama. In previous episodes of Kitchen Nightmares, contentious moments have arisen like when a restaurant owner undid all of Gordon’s changes following extensive renovations.
A Word of Caution
Despite the startling nature of his injuries, Ramsay remained focused on sharing an important message about safety. Ending his video with a plea to wear helmets, he reminded everyone that accidents can happen anytime and being prepared can save lives. As he put it succinctly, If I didn’t [wear a helmet], honestly, I wouldn’t be here now.
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