Gordon Ramsay Accuses Son-in-Law’s Family of ‘Negative Propaganda’ Before Wedding

Renowned chef Gordon Ramsay has strongly denied allegations of bullying made by his son-in-law’s estranged family following a high-profile wedding that has revealed deep family tensions.

The 59-year-old celebrity chef recently addressed the accusations in an interview with The Sun, where he dismissed claims that he had bullied Olympic swimmer Adam Peaty’s family in the lead-up to Peaty’s December 27 wedding to Ramsay’s daughter Holly, 26.

“I am certainly not a bully, and it is so appalling to even suggest there was any bullying,” Ramsay stated firmly. “That’s absolute nonsense. It was sad to see that barrage of negativity that was self-propelled by them.”

The wedding, held at the historic Bath Abbey, became a flashpoint for family drama when Peaty, 31, chose to disinvite most of his family members, including his mother Caroline, with only his sister Bethany attending as a bridesmaid. Following the ceremony, reports emerged that Peaty’s estranged family had branded Ramsay a “bully” after he allegedly claimed their fallout with the swimmer was “self-inflicted.”

Ramsay, who proudly walked his daughter down the aisle during the grand ceremony, defended his position and praised his new son-in-law. “Adam is an incredible young lad and he and Holly are a wonderful, happy, young couple,” he told The Sun.

This public disagreement follows earlier comments Ramsay made to the Daily Mail, where he insisted that he and his wife Tana had “done nothing wrong” and had treated the Peaty family “like royalty” during wedding preparations. The contrast between these statements and the accusations from Peaty’s family highlights the tension surrounding what should have been a joyous occasion.

The wedding itself was a lavish affair at Bath Abbey, a landmark 16th-century church known for its fan vaulting and stained glass windows. Holly, 26, is one of Ramsay’s five children with wife Tana, whom he has been married to since 1996.

Peaty, a three-time Olympic gold medalist in swimming, has maintained a high public profile both through his sporting achievements and his appearance on the popular BBC show “Strictly Come Dancing” in 2021. His relationship with Holly Ramsay has been closely followed by British media since they began dating.

Family estrangements at weddings are not uncommon, but they rarely play out so publicly. The situation highlights the additional pressures faced by celebrity families when private matters become fodder for public consumption. For the Ramsays, accustomed to public scrutiny through Gordon’s television career, the allegations appear particularly unwelcome as they celebrate their daughter’s marriage.

Wedding industry experts note that family tensions often reach their peak during wedding planning, but the celebrity factor amplifies these issues considerably. With both the Ramsay and Peaty names carrying significant public recognition in the UK, what might otherwise have remained a private family matter has become tabloid headlines.

As the newlyweds begin their married life together, the public disagreement between their families creates an unfortunate backdrop. Neither Adam Peaty nor his bride Holly have made public statements regarding the family rift, suggesting they may be attempting to distance themselves from the controversy.

For now, Gordon Ramsay remains adamant in defending his family’s conduct, while celebrating the union of his daughter with a man he describes as “incredible.” Whether the families will reconcile remains to be seen, but the public nature of their disagreement adds an unwelcome dimension to what should be a celebration of the young couple’s future together.