" This week , unfortunately , I had a bad fortuity , and it really shook me . "

Gordon Ramsay, my favorite guilty pleasure celebrity chef, has a critical message for his fans, especially the fathers.

TheMasterChefandHell’s Kitchenstar spends his time outside the kitchen enjoying “cycling, triathlons, Iron Mans, etc.,” and recently suffered a “really bad” bike accident.

The world-renowned restaurateurposteda message of advice on his social media while addressing concern over his condition.

“I have very important message for all the dads out there…WEAR A HELMET!” Gordon started off the caption. “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.”

In thevideoshared on his social media, Gordon elaborated on his message, saying, “Hi guys, it’s Gordon. I would like to share a very important message with you all. You know how much I like cycling, and triathlons, Iron Mans, etc.”

“This week, unfortunately, I had a bad accident, and it really shook me,” he continued. “And honestly, I’m lucky to be here. Now, from those incredible surgeons, doctors, and nurses in the hospital who looked after me this week — they were amazing. But honestly, you got to wear a helmet. I don’t care how short the journey is. I don’t care the fact that these helmets cost money… They’re crucial. Even with the kids, on a short journey, they got to wear a helmet.”

“Now, I’m lucky to be standing here. I’m in pain. It’s been a brutal week. And I’m, sort of, getting through it.”

He also shared a before-and-after photo of his helmet and gear to illustrate the importance of bike safety. Here’s before:

And here’s after:

TheFuture Food Starscohost’s message was met with an outpouring of concern and validation.

OH MY ! ! That contusion … 😭 Grateful you ’re still with us , Chef ! 🙏 🏼🤍

And it does n’t matter how peachy a rider you are – there are lousy , neglectful driver out there !

As an emerg doc , I ca n’t patronise this powerfully enough . Protect your brain . Traumatic brainpower injuries - even mild ace - can be so devastating . Please please please wear off a helmet.https://t.co/COlmLTyajT

Gordon Ramsay, wearing a white shirt and black jacket, poses for a photo against a purple background

Wishing you a speedy recovery, Chef Ramsay!

Gordon Ramsay high-fiving two chefs in white shirts and aprons on a cooking show set

Gordon Ramsay rides a bicycle on a city street under an overpass, wearing a black and red cycling outfit with a helmet

Three people are riding bicycles along a path with a cityscape and waterfront in the background, including the Marina Bay Sands and the Flyer

Gordon Ramsay smiles while holding a motorcycle helmet at a racing event, wearing a lanyard badge and interacting with a person in a Petronas jacket

Closeup of a man on a motorcycle

Person lifts their shirt to reveal a large recent tattoo covering their side and part of their torso, depicting a sunset ocean scene

Cyclist in athletic gear with sunglasses and helmet posing with a bicycle by a lakeside, with text "Before" at the bottom

Damaged black helmet and torn yellow shirt with the word "After" displayed at the bottom

Comment from foxwoods: "Glad you are 'ok' and wish you a speedy recovery." 22h, 1,361 likes, Reply

Comment from wbuxtonofficial: Important message and very glad you're OK Gordon. Rest up. Post has 102 likes and 1 reply

Comment by chefaaronsanchez: "Jefe I am beyond grateful for this message and that you're OK. Sending so much love. Happy Father's Day."