Gordon Ramsay 'lost for words' as he shares tragic statement after death of loved one

Gordon Ramsay shared an emotional statement with his followers as he paid tribute to his famous friend who sadly passed away.

By Gemma Jones, Showbiz Reporter

Gordon Ramsay and Madison

Gordon danced with Madison in his kitchen before embracing her in a hug (Image: Gordon Ramsay)

Gordon Ramsay told fans he was “at a loss for words” as he shared that a friend had died. Posting to his Instagram account, the Kitchen Nightmares presenter shared a sweet clip of him dancing with TikTok star Madison Baloy.

Madison, 26, captured the hearts of millions while documenting her life with terminal cancer online. Gordon was heartbroken over the news of her death as he called her a “true inspiration” to him and his daughters - Megan, Holly and Tilly.

In the emotional Instagram post, Gordon wrote: “I’m truly at a loss for words by the sad news we received today about the loss of @fruitsnackmaddy. She was kind, fun and a true inspiration to me and my three girls.

“Knowing we were able to make one of her dreams come true will always be cherished by me. She’ll always be my first & last dance in the kitchen and never forgotten. Sending all our love to her fiancé and family Gx”

Gordon’s friends and followers offered him support in the comments. Actor Taylor Lautner wrote: “You’re a special one Gordon” followed by a red loveheart. Terry Crews commented with a praying and crying emoji.

Madison Baloy on TikTok

TikTok star Madison shared her bucket list (Image: Madison Baloy)

One of Gordon’s followers said: “May she rest in peace. Thank you Gordon for making one of her dream come true.”

Another added: “That’s really heartbreaking, may the legacy she leaves behind continues to grow strong. May she rest in eternal peace.”

Madison decided to create a TikTok account to share her bucket list, following her diagnosis. She wanted to “see everything”, but some of the main items on her list included having a wedding, getting a tattoo with her grandma, sleeping under a willow tree, being a podcast guest, and meeting Gordon Ramsay.

Gordon and Madison on Instagram

The Kitchen Nightmares host said meeting Madison was a pleasure (Image: Gordon Ramsay)

Gordon got wind of her clips and decided to make her dreams a reality.

Responding to her video, the British chef said: “First of all, I'd like to fly you down to Miami, have dinner with you and your friends in Hell's Kitchen and then the following night, Friday night, you'll be our special guest at the opening of our new restaurant, Lucky Cat, in South Beach.”

Madison described the time with Gordon as the “best night of her life”. Ramsay wrote back saying it was “an absolute pleasure” as he shared the clip of them dancing together.

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