Gordon Ramsay, the renowned chef and TV personality, has opened up about the deep-seated guilt he feels regarding his troubled brother, Ronnie. A new documentary titled “Being Gordon Ramsay,” recently released by Netflix, provides an intimate look into Gordon’s life, both personally and professionally.

The documentary, comprised of six parts, chronicles Gordon Ramsay’s journey leading up to the launch of his most ambitious restaurant project yet – five distinct culinary ventures housed in London’s iconic skyscraper, 22 Bishopsgate. Viewers gain exclusive insights from Gordon’s family, shedding light on his roles as a husband and father, along with his candid reflections on complex relationships.

Among the poignant topics discussed in the series is Gordon’s emotional recount of his relationship with Ronnie, who has grappled with a heroin addiction spanning several decades. Gordon shared his inner turmoil, expressing, “I have a guilt complex that could have been me. When that change is so close to you… it’s your brother, it’s not cousin, it’s not a mate down the pub, it’s your brother.”

Growing up in a tumultuous environment marked by frequent relocations and strained familial ties, Gordon and Ronnie faced diverging paths as their parents’ separation took a toll on their lives. While Gordon found solace in pursuits like football and cooking, Ronnie struggled to cope, eventually succumbing to a harrowing battle with heroin addiction.

Despite Gordon’s unwavering love for his brother, he acknowledged Ronnie’s resistance to help, emphasizing the challenges of supporting someone grappling with addiction. The family’s journey, marred by Ronnie’s struggles and their collective efforts to navigate through adversity, is a central theme explored in the documentary “Being Gordon Ramsay,” now available on Netflix.