Gino D'Acampo reveals why he's QUIT Gordon, Gino and Fred: Road Trip

He's revealed the truth

Author: Alex RossPublished 20th Mar 2023
Last updated 20th Mar 2023

Celebrity friends Gordon Ramsay, Gino D'Acampo and Fred Sirieix have been keeping fans entertained for the last five years with their brilliant travel and food show Gordon, Gino and Fred: Road Trip.

But as fans looked forward to more hilarious adventures from the trio, the 46-year-old chef has given a very disappointing update about his future on the show, revealing he's made the decision to quit.

Admitting his decision is nothing to do with his friendship with Gordon or Fred, Gino explained in an Instagram video the reason he is leaving is due to 'complicated' contracts.

He said: "Last week I decided not to film any more Gordon, Gino and Fred Road trips. The reason is very simple – nothing to do with Gordon or Fred, the friendship is very strong.

"It's just because we can't get the dates together and sometimes when we do get the dates together sometimes they get changed and it causes a lot of problems for me because I have other stuff that I have to do.

"Personal problems as well because when I have to change things with my family it is very complicated and also because contracts start to become very complicated and very stressful, I personally value the friendship with Gordon and Fred so much that I would rather the friendship than arguments with the contract.

"So I have decided not to do it anymore because I want to be friends with the boys for many, many years ahead."

Series one of the hit show first kicked off in 2018, as the boys headed off on a European adventure, organising and delivering a special ceremony in their respective home countries, including Italy, Greece, and Scotland.

The show was renewed for a second series in 2020, which featured the boys going on an American road trip, much to the delight of fans.

It was then in 2021 when Gordon, Gino and Fred returned for series three, titled: Gordon, Gino and Fred: Go Greek!.

As well as three successful series, there's also been three Christmas specials, which saw the boys head off to Morocco and Finland.

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At the time of publication, it hasn't yet been confirmed if Gordon and Fred will carry on the show without Gino.

Gordon, Gino & Fred: Road Trip is available to watch on ITVX.

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