Gordon Ramsay has come forward to defend his controversial wedding speech at his daughter’s wedding, which some have labelled as ‘cruel’. Amid ongoing tensions with Olympian Adam Peaty’s family, Ramsay’s speech at Holly and Adam’s December ceremony drew mixed reactions. Speaking on This Morning, the fiery chef described delivering the father-of-the-bride speech as a “tough gig” but insisted it was “perfect”. Ramsay, known for his sharp wit, admitted to being a “hot mess” but was proud of crafting a heartfelt address.
Despite the drama, Ramsay’s daughter Tilly praised the speech, saying it left everyone in tears and was emotionally profound. However, tensions shadowed the event, with most of Adam Peaty’s family absent due to a reported rift. It’s believed the tensions sparked when Peaty’s mum, Caroline, chose a wedding outfit not approved by the couple and was subsequently excluded from Holly’s hen party.
The ceremony, held in the beautiful Bath Abbey, was marked by Gordon’s notable digs at the Peaty family, hinting at Adam’s ‘lucky’ prospects with references to his own wife, Tana. Only Adam’s sister Bethany attended the wedding from his side, serving as one of Holly’s bridesmaids.
Gordon’s jibes reportedly included a statement about his wife potentially being “a good mum to them both,” a remark perceived as a dig at Adam’s mother. The wedding speeches certainly packed a punch, with Gordon and Adam both making lasting impressions.
Amidst the family drama, the day was described as perfect by the couple and those present, capturing emotional highs despite underlying family tensions. The Peaty family turmoil mirrored another famous family spat, with Adam echoing words once used by Brooklyn Beckham amid his own familial rift — both declaring their unwavering support and love for their partners.
Regardless of the family drama, it seems Ramsay remains unapologetically proud of his speech, cherishing the moment as a father celebrating his daughter’s big day. Love it or hate it, Gordon’s notorious directness has certainly kept this wedding the talk of the town!