British chef, restaurateur, writer, and television icon Gordon Ramsay holds three Michelin stars and an estimated net worth of $220 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth.
Television and Rise to Fame
Ramsay gained international fame through his fiery personality and numerous hit TV shows. His television debut began in the UK with Hell’s Kitchen and Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares, followed by MasterChef, Hotel Hell, 24 Hours to Hell and Back, and Next Level Chef. His passion and intensity made him one of television’s most recognizable culinary figures.
Early Life and Culinary Journey
Raised in England, Ramsay originally dreamed of becoming a professional footballer, but an injury redirected him toward cooking. After studying hotel management, he began his career at Wroxton House before moving to London, where he worked under Marco Pierre White at Harvey’s and later trained with Albert Roux, Joël Robuchon, and Guy Savoy.
Ramsay earned his first two Michelin stars at Aubergine before opening Restaurant Gordon Ramsay in 1998, which earned him three Michelin stars, making him the first Scottish chef to reach this milestone.
Global Empire and Earnings
Ramsay went on to open restaurants worldwide, including in Tokyo, Dubai, London, New York, and Los Angeles. His early documentaries Boiling Point (1998) and Beyond Boiling Point (2000) led to major TV success, including a BAFTA Award for his appearance in Faking It (2004).
He reportedly earns $225,000 per episode and around $45 million annually from his restaurants and media ventures. In 2019, he sold a 50% stake in his North American company to Lion Capital.
Personal Life
Ramsay is married to Cayetana “Tana” Ramsay, a Montessori-trained teacher. They have six children — Matilda, Megan, Holly, Jack, Oscar, and Jesse — and reside between London and Los Angeles.
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