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Gordon Ramsay recalls hard times from childhood: ‘Disgusting’
Gordon Ramsay has spoken candidly about the poverty that shaped his childhood, describing his early years as “disgusting” and admitting there were times he went days without food.
The revelations come in his new six-part Netflix documentary Being Gordon Ramsay, which airs from Wednesday and follows the chef as he pours his energy into his latest high-stakes project in the City of London.
Alongside the pressure of launching a major new business, the series sees Ramsay reflect on the hardship that fuelled his relentless work ethic.
In one emotional episode, Ramsay looks back on growing up on council estates after being born in Scotland and moving to England as a child.
He recalls relying on food vouchers at school and the shame that came with them, explaining how poverty affected him as a teenager.
“I was hungry all the time, there was no food in the house,” he says in the series.
“I was sometimes too embarrassed to use my vouchers to get my free shepherd’s pie in case, you know, aged 15 or 16, a girl I fancied saw me. I was a skinny f***ing bean. I remember eating toothpaste thinking that was delicious because there were multiple nights where we never ate.”
Reflecting on the wider picture, Ramsay adds: “It is appalling that we’re in this situation now. It’s disgusting, an embarrassment. The system’s dysfunctional.”
Those experiences have driven his involvement with the charity Feeding Britain, which aims to provide affordable food to around 800,000 children living in poverty across the UK.
The documentary also touches on painful family relationships.
Ramsay’s father, who died of a heart attack at 53, struggled with alcoholism, while his younger brother Ronnie is a heroin addict.
The chef becomes visibly emotional recalling a recent phone call with his brother after a long period of not speaking.
“It was just sad because at the end of that call he said, ‘did I hear you ask for my bank details? I’ve got no electricity’,” Ramsay recalls.
“And so I said, ‘Come on, Ronnie, you know damn well if I knew that was going on electricity, I would. But I know full well that’s going to go on drugs.’ And it pains me, it kills me, mate. We’ve been down this road so many times.”
The series tracks Ramsay over nine months as he prepares to open several ventures inside London’s landmark skyscraper 22 Bishopsgate, including Britain’s highest restaurant, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay High, located on the 60th floor.
The intimate 12-seat chef’s table experience has already earned him another Michelin star.
Ramsay, who trained under Marco Pierre White before opening his first restaurant at 35 and quickly earning three Michelin stars, admits the fear of losing everything still drives him.
“There’s always that needle of fear you’re going to lose it,” he says in the trailer. “I’ve lost stars; closed multiple restaurants through my career. That’s what puts fuel in my tank.”
Despite his global success and reputation as one of the world’s most famous chefs, Ramsay says watching the documentary back is not something he plans to do.
“I won’t watch it,” he admits with a smile. “I never ever watch myself on telly because it’s just incredibly nerve-wracking.”
By laying bare his past alongside the pressure of building a new culinary landmark, Being Gordon Ramsay offers a raw look at how hardship, family pain and fear of failure have shaped the chef behind the shouting, and why his memories of childhood poverty still matter so deeply today.
King Charles and Queen Camilla have upheld the crucial responsibility to carrying on some of the most important traditions that exist in the royal family.
The Maundy Thursday is a beloved tradition by Charles and he has never missed it save for 2024 when he had been recovering from his cancer diagnosis.
Observed on the final Thursday before Easter Sunday at the at St Asaph Cathedral in north Wales, it commemorates the Last Supper and the importance of humility and service to others. The monarch especially makes the trip to Wales.
He will be distributing special coins community members before returning to England for the Easter Sunday service at St George’s Chapel.
However, the service may not go smoothly as planned as anti-monarchy groups have announced their plans to protest in light of the Andrew-Epstein scandal and answer the burning questions of the public.
Republic released a statement that they will be heckling the members of the royal family during the service and demand how much did they know about the horrifying details that have come out in the Epstein files.
“On Maundy Thursday The King and Queen will be at St Asaph Cathedral in north Wales when 154 people will be given specially-struck silver coins in recognition of their Christian service to their churches and communities,” it read.
“The Royal Maundy service is an ancient tradition with rich symbolism from the Last Supper. Republic will be protesting the Royal Maundy service in St Asaph THIS THURSDAY.”
They added, “We’ll be asking Charles ‘What did you know?’ about the Andrew scandal. Join our demo, pledge to protest with us in Wales, link in bio! #NotMyKing #AbolishTheMonarchy #Epstein.”
The uproar has continued as the public has expressed their dismay over the delayed action taken for the shamed Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. There are grievances about why the royals are still protecting the disgraced ex-prince despite the heinous allegations against him.
Rain is likely to begin in Karachi from the night of April 1, with the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) saying the chances of showers will be higher on April 2 as a westerly weather system enters Balochistan via Iran.
The Met Office said there would also remain a possibility of rain in Karachi on April 3, while rainfall in some areas could reach 50mm or more.
It warned that strong winds may also accompany the system, with wind speeds likely to reach 50 kilometres per hour or more.
According to the department, the weather system may continue to affect the country until April 4.
In a fresh advisory issued on Monday, the PMD warned of widespread rain, thunderstorms and strong winds across much of the country from April 1 to 4 as a westerly wave moves into southwestern Balochistan before gradually spreading to nearly all provinces over the following days.
Sindh is expected to be among the last provinces affected, with Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Larkana and several other cities likely to receive rain, thunderstorms and isolated hailstorms from April 2 through April 4.
The Met Office warned of serious secondary hazards during the period, saying windstorms and lightning may damage weak structures, electricity infrastructure, billboards and solar panels, while standing crops in Sindh and other provinces may also be at risk from hail and strong winds.
It added that daytime temperatures are expected to fall noticeably across the country during the spell and advised the public, tourists and travellers to exercise caution and avoid non-essential travel.
The PMD said the weather system is expected to persist beyond April 4 and that an updated advisory would be issued in due course.
All concerned authorities have been directed to remain vigilant and take necessary measures to prevent any untoward situation during the forecast period, the department said.
Jennifer Lopez bid a stylish farewell to her The JLo Show, also known as Jennifer Lopez: Up All Night Live in Las Vegas.
Performing live at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, the 56-year-old actress and singer took the stage for the last concert of the 2026 Las Vegas residency on Saturday, March 28.
The One The Floor hitmaker marked the end of an exciting chapter by swapping her glitzy stage costumes with an elegant, but equally showgirl-coded look.
Taking to her Instagram on Sunday, March 29, she posted two photos of herself posing in a glam black dress, featuring feathered sleeves and a daring, abs-baring backless cutout.
The Kiss of the Spider Woman actress paired the bold fit with dazzling stud earrings, pulled back her locks in a high bun and completed the look with a glowy makeup.
“Until next time… #TheJLoShowLopez,” she captioned the photos with a sweet and brief farewell message.
A day before her latest glam post, the global pop star penned an emotional note alongside a series of photos capturing highlights from her residency.
“Last show tonight. Full heart. To my band, my crew, my dancers, my background vocalists and every single fan who was part of the most incredible Happy Era, THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart,” she expressed her heartfelt gratitude to all the people supporting her. “The best is yet to come,”
For the unversed, Lopez kicked off her residency on December 30, 2025.
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