Celebrity chef and restaurateur Gordon Ramsay recently opened up about his skin cancer diagnosis. In an Instagram post on Saturday (30 August), Ramsay shared that he had been diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma, a common form of skin cancer, but confirmed that it has been successfully removed.
The 58-year-old chef posted photos showing a bandage on his face and neck, along with stitches running from his earlobe to the top of his neck. In the caption, Ramsay expressed his gratitude towards his medical team, saying,
“Grateful and so appreciative for the incredible team at The Skin Associates and their fast, reactive work on removing this Basal Cell Carcinoma, thank you! Please don’t forget your sunscreen this weekend ❤️ I promise you, it’s not a facelift! I’d need a refund…….😜”
What is Basal Cell Carcinoma?
Basal cell carcinoma is a type of skin cancer that starts in the basal cells, which produce new skin cells to replace old ones. It commonly appears on areas exposed to the sun, such as the face and neck. It often looks like a slightly transparent bump or a brown patch of skin.
According to the Mayo Clinic, basal cell carcinoma is primarily caused by long-term exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. Preventative measures like wearing sunscreen and avoiding excessive sun exposure can help reduce the risk of developing this form of skin cancer.
Gordon Ramsay’s Still Going Strong in the Foodie World
Aside from his recent health news, Gordon Ramsay remains one of the most influential figures in the culinary industry. Known for his fiery personality and unmatched culinary skills, Ramsay operates over 80 restaurants worldwide, including 20+ in the United States. He’s also the star of popular cooking shows like Hell’s Kitchen, Kitchen Nightmares, MasterChef, and his latest series, Gordon Ramsay’s Secret Service.
Ramsay’s experience serves as an important reminder about the dangers of skin cancer and the need for regular skin checks, especially for those of us in here in Australia where over 2 in 3 people expected to be diagnosed with skin cancer in their lifetime.
