He's suffered falling revenues and several restaurant closures, and even resorted to flogging kitchen utensils on QVC.
But it seems Gordon Ramsay's bank balance remains rather more robust than most.
The 45-year-old has splashed out £4.3million for a luxury Los Angeles base as he attempts to put a testing year in the UK behind him.
He has certainly found life in the US more amenable than on home turf lately, with Masterchef shortly returning for a third series and a new show Hotel Hell starting in March on Fox.
Off-screen, a new Ramsay restaurant is due to open in Las Vegas this spring.
'Gordon will be spending more time in America,' a source told The Sun.
'A family home in LA means they can stop living out of suitcases.'
Presumably Tana will have to do some commuting as she supervises the early stages of opening her new salon, All About The Girl in Battersea, South West London
Her first beauty venture, Tana's business will offer manicures, pedicures, tanning and waxing treatments.
TV chef Gordon bought their incredible new five bedroom home near Beverly Hills in November.
Proximity to close family friends David and Victoria Beckham is certainly an advantage, as the seasoned pair might be able to offer Gordon and Tana tips on how to settle in to full-time LA life.
It's been a tense time for the Ramsays, with Gordon finally winning his bitter court battle against his father in law Chris Hutchenson last month.
Ramsay, 44, sacked Hutcheson as chief executive of his restaurant empire last October, also claiming that his father-in-law took £1.42million from the company to give to his family and mistress.
The chef's original 42-page writ said that the 63-year-old had read many of his personal messages, and Mr Justice Briggs reportedly said there was 'no real prospect of... successfully defending the claims for breaches of confidence'.
He said the trio should pay Ramsay £250,000 by March 20. Separately, the Hutchesons are bringing claims they were unfairly dismissed.
Hutcheson and his son-in-law were so close at one time they played squash and ran marathons together.
When Ramsay was accused in 2008 of cheating on Tana, 36, with a long-term mistress, Sarah Symonds, he was able to count on his father-in-law’s support.
But it seems Gordon Ramsay's bank balance remains rather more robust than most.
The 45-year-old has splashed out £4.3million for a luxury Los Angeles base as he attempts to put a testing year in the UK behind him.
Making himself at home: Gordon Ramsay has splashed out £4.3 million on this luxury house near Beverly Hills
On the move: Gordon Ramsay and his wife Tana have become fond of LA life- though their children Megan Jane, Jack Scott, Holly Anna, and Matilda will still be schooled in the UK
Off-screen, a new Ramsay restaurant is due to open in Las Vegas this spring.
'Gordon will be spending more time in America,' a source told The Sun.
Heart of the house: The five bedroom residence naturally boasts a luxury kitchen
Space to relax: After a stressful year it's no wonder Gordon feels in need of a plush hideaway
Having the Beckhams round for tea soon? Proximity to their good friends is certainly an advantage
'A family home in LA means they can stop living out of suitcases.'
Presumably Tana will have to do some commuting as she supervises the early stages of opening her new salon, All About The Girl in Battersea, South West London
Her first beauty venture, Tana's business will offer manicures, pedicures, tanning and waxing treatments.
Master of all he surveys: Full-length windows will give Gordon a great view of his land, which includes...
... a stunning infinity pool, from which the swimmer can see the sweeping LA landscape
Proximity to close family friends David and Victoria Beckham is certainly an advantage, as the seasoned pair might be able to offer Gordon and Tana tips on how to settle in to full-time LA life.
It's been a tense time for the Ramsays, with Gordon finally winning his bitter court battle against his father in law Chris Hutchenson last month.
Sleeping in style: This bedroom features a marble fireplace and widescreen TV
TV takes centre stage: The family will have a nice base from which to watch Gordon's forthcoming Masterchef and Hotel Hell shows
Room for guests! The stunning dining room is the perfect setting for Gordon to show off some home cooking
A judge ruled family members hacked his and wife Tana’s personal emails and company computers – and ordered them to pay £250,000 towards his costs.Ramsay, 44, sacked Hutcheson as chief executive of his restaurant empire last October, also claiming that his father-in-law took £1.42million from the company to give to his family and mistress.
The chef's original 42-page writ said that the 63-year-old had read many of his personal messages, and Mr Justice Briggs reportedly said there was 'no real prospect of... successfully defending the claims for breaches of confidence'.
Grand entrance: The gorgeous staircase makes for an impressive hallway
In the evening: The house looks beautiful lit up as the sky gets darker
Front entrance: There's no doubt that the Ramsays have chosen an exclusive neighbourhood
Hutcheson and his son-in-law were so close at one time they played squash and ran marathons together.
When Ramsay was accused in 2008 of cheating on Tana, 36, with a long-term mistress, Sarah Symonds, he was able to count on his father-in-law’s support.
Bird's eye view: The house and garden look especially spectacular from above
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