NFL
BREAKING: Gordon Ramsay Kicks Lia Thomas Out Of Restaurant, Declares “Woke People Aren’t Welcome Here”
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay caused a stir when he asked Lia Thomas, a personality known for her discussions about inclusion and gender identity in sports, to leave one of his restaurants. Citing a “no woke people allowed” policy, Ramsay’s action sparked a heated debate on social media, in restaurants and beyond about the intersection between celebrity influence , business practices and social advocacy.
The incident reportedly occurred during a lively evening at one of Ramsay’s most prominent establishments, a spot known as much for its exquisite cuisine as for its fiery on-screen persona. The details surrounding the event are shrouded in rumor and partial accounts, but the crux of the matter remains: Ramsay’s alleged stance against what he sees as a “woke” culture infiltrating his restaurant space.
Public reaction to Ramsay’s decision has been polarized, reflecting broader societal divides over issues of social justice, inclusion, and the role of public figures in advocating or opposing such causes. Ramsay’s supporters praise his forthrightness and defense of traditional values within his businesses, seeing his actions as a stand against political correctness and a preservation of free speech.
Conversely, critics argue that such actions by influential figures like Ramsay not only alienate and marginalize individuals and groups, but also demonstrate a worrying trend toward intolerance under the guise of resistance to “woke” culture. They argue that hospitality, at its core, is about welcoming and serving diverse communities, and that actions like these contradict those principles.