- Gordon Ramsay grew up with a disadvantaged childhood.
- Today, he is a multi-millionaire and holds sway over a restaurant and TV empire.
If Gordon Ramsay had a dollar for every time he shouted the F-word … he’d probably still be the multi-millionaire he is today.
The global celebrity chef places 19th on Forbes’ list of the world’s highest-paid celebrities and has amassed a substantial fortune. Ramsay’s net worth isn’t known, but estimates range from $220 million to $750 million.
But the star chef wasn’t always surrounded by the trappings of success that he enjoys today.
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Ramsay grew up in an abusive household and relied at times on handouts from neighbors. It was only through dedication and perfectionism that he made it to the top of his game.
“I’d like to be remembered for perfection. Because it’s an absolute bitch to get right, but when it is, it’s the most beautiful fucking thing on the planet,” he told GQ.
This is how the foul-mouthed, Michelin-starred celebrity chef made his way up in the world.
