Gordon Ramsay Lucky to be Alive After Bad Bicycle Accident [Video]

Gordon Ramsay has shared that he’s “lucky to be here” after suffering a “really bad” bicycle accident this week, and is crediting his helmet for saving his life.

Speaking about the incident in an Instagram video posted Saturday, Ramsay revealed that the accident “really shook” him, but he’s feeling grateful that it wasn’t worse. “Honestly, I’m lucky to be here,” he said. “Those incredible trauma surgeons, doctors, nurses, and the hospital that looked after me this week, they were amazing. But, honestly, you’ve got to wear a helmet. I don’t care how short the journey is… they’re crucial.”

At one point, Ramsay lifted his white chef’s jacket to reveal a large, gnarly bruise on the left side of his body. Additionally, along with his statement, he also shared “before” and “after” pictures of his helmet from the accident, demonstrating just how serious it was.

“Now, I’m lucky to be standing here — I’m in pain, it’s been …