Gordon Ramsay's 'Kitchen Nightmares' Ends After 12 Seasons
After 12 seasons, "Kitchen Nightmares" is officially closed. Host, and executive producer, Gordon Ramsay made the announcement earlier this week. The show, originally shot in the U.K., found an immense following in the U.S. as well once it moved here.
"As filming comes to a close on the latest series of 'Kitchen Nightmares,' I've decided to stop making the show," Ramsay announced on his website. "I've had a phenomenal 10 years making 123 episodes 12 seasons shot across 2 continents, watched by tens of millions of people and sold to over 150 countries. It's been a blast but it's time to call it a day."
Even though Ramsay's perhaps most intense show will no longer be on the air, his other four shows still will be. "MasterChef," "MasterChef Junior" and "Hotel Hell" will all air along with "Hell's Kitchen." Ramsay is known for his outrageous attitude and, at times, his incredibly strong opinions and foul mouth that leaves restaurant owners in tears. On the other shows, though, he has a bit of a softer side, which is rarely seen.
Ramsay, a Michelin-earning chef, has numerous restaurants in the United Kingdom and the United States. Contestants on "Hell's Kitchen" vie for a coveted chef's position at one of these established places. "MasterChef" was an instant hit in the US, where home chefs battle in unique competitions in order to take home a published cookbook, money, and the coveted title of "MasterChef." The show was so popular, in fact, that it spawned "MasterChef Junior," where kids were allowed to compete in the cooking challenges.
"Hotel Hell" is a bit of a break for Ramsay, best known for his restaurant critiques. Instead, he puts himself in the position of a hotel guest to get the "inside scoop" as to why the hotel is failing. Its second season will debut in the U.S. later this year.
"I'm very grateful for the amazing team behind the series and for the support from the viewers for almost over a decade!" Ramsay noted. "I'm glad I've been able to entertain and hopefully help a few people along the way. It's sad to say goodbye to 'Kitchen Nightmares,' but I'll be continuing with my other shows. It's been memorable! Thank you for watching."
