Gordon Ramsay has said he is “lucky to be alive” after a “really bad accident” while cycling in the United States.
The TV chef, 57, warned his 7.6 million followers on X and 17 million on Instagram to “wear a helmet” following the incident in Connecticut this week.
He thanked the “incredible trauma surgeons, doctors and nurses” at the state’s private Lawrence and Memorial Hospital, but said he is “very grateful for my helmet that saved my life.”
In a graphic video, he revealed a huge bruise covering much of his torso and said: “I’m lucky to be here.
“It hurts, it’s been a brutal week, but I’m getting over it.”
On Instagram, he referred to himself as “looking like a purple potato” but said he “didn’t break any bones or suffer any major injuries.”
“You have to wear a helmet,” he added. “I don’t care how short the trip is. I don’t care that these helmets cost money, they are crucial.”
He said goodbye wishing people a happy Father’s Day.
“I want to wish everyone a happy Father’s Day, but please, please wear a helmet. If I didn’t, I honestly wouldn’t be here right now.”
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ramsay became a father for the sixth time in November, when his wife Tana gave birth to their son Jesse James Ramsay, 49.
The couple, who have been married for almost 30 years, are also parents to Megan, Matilda, twins Jack and Holly and Oscar.
Ramsay is a keen cyclist and has completed several endurance challenges including triathlons and Iron Mans.
He came under fire during the coronavirus lockdown for traveling to his second home in Cornwall, where he often filmed himself cycling long distances.
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