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Gordon Ramsay was involved in a bicycle accident this week that left him hospitalized.
The 57-year-old chef and TV host shared the news Saturday on Instagram, explaining what happened and urging followers to always wear a helmet when riding a bicycle.
« Hi guys, it’s Gordon, and I’d like to share a very important message with you all, » he began in a video message. « You know how much I love cycling and triathlons and Isle of Mann, etc., but this week unfortunately I had a really bad accident. »
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![A split image of Gordon Ramsay and his injury](https://a57.foxnews.com/static.foxnews.com/foxnews.com/content/uploads/2024/06/1200/675/gordon-ramsay.jpg?ve=1&tl=1)
Gordon Ramsay lifted his shirt to reveal his injuries. (Getty Images/Instagram)
His hands visibly shook as he continued, saying, « Honestly, I’m lucky to be here. 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. »
Ramsay called helmets « crucial, » and reiterated, « I’m lucky to be standing here. »
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« I’m in pain, it’s been a brutal week, and I’m sort of getting through it, » he said as he lifted his shirt, showing a massive bruise covering half his torso.
The « Kitchen Nightmares » host also shared a before and after photo — the « before » photo showed him in a cycling outfit, standing with his bike and wearing a helmet and sunglasses.
In the « after » photo, only his shirt and helmet could be seen, both appearing thoroughly destroyed.
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Gordon Ramsay showed off his cycling outfit and helmet before and after his accident. (Instagram/Gordon Ramsay)
For the caption of his post, Ramsay wrote, « This week I had a really bad accident while riding my bike in Connecticut. I’m doing ok and did not break any bones or suffer any major injuries but I am a bit bruised up looking like a purple potato. »
He continued, « I’m thankful for all the doctors, nurses and staff at Lawerence + Memorial Hospital in New London who looked after me and checked me out, but most thankful for my helmet that saved my life. Have a great Father’s Day and be safe Gx. »
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A rep for Ramsay did not immediately return Fox News Digital’s request for comment.
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Gordon Ramsay said he was lucky to survive the accident. (Gilbert Flores/Variety via Getty Images)
Former « MasterChef » contestant Nick DiGiovanni commented on his post, writing, « Wow – that’s really scary. Glad you’re okay. »
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Gabrielle Chappel, a contestant from « Next Level Chef, » commented, « Wishing you a speedy recovery chef, that’s a serious bruise I literally gasped! Grateful you’re on the mend. »