Olympic Swimmer's Wedding Plans Overshadowed by Family Dispute
The upcoming wedding of Olympic champion Adam Peaty and television chef Gordon Ramsay's daughter, Holly, has been plunged into controversy following a dramatic family fallout. The pair are set to exchange vows in a lavish ceremony at Bath's historic Abbey Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul next month, but the joyous occasion has been marred by the revelation that most of Adam's family have been uninvited.
Holly Ramsay Takes the Lead on Wedding Plans
In a recent appearance on World Aquatics' YouTube documentary series, which followed Adam's journey to the 2025 Swimming World Cup, Holly Ramsay opened up about the wedding preparations. She revealed that she has been the primary decision-maker for the event, a responsibility she appears to have embraced fully. "Preparing for the wedding, amongst everything else he does [training for the World Cup], is stressful, but we make it work," Holly stated. She notably added, "He's very good at agreeing with my decisions, which is the best way!" This comment has now taken on a new significance in light of the family dispute.
The Text Message That Sparked the Feud
The root of the conflict, as explained by Adam's mother, Caroline Peaty, in an interview with the Daily Mail, was a text message she sent to her future daughter-in-law. Caroline reached out to Holly to express her concern that members of Adam's extended family, including his aunts who had been a constant presence throughout his life, had not been invited to the couple's engagement party. Caroline recalled telling Holly, "you know how important family is to you, as it is to me. My sisters are not coming to the party, they have been there all through Adam's life..."
This well-intentioned message, however, did not have the desired effect. Caroline claims it drastically altered her relationship with the couple, and not for the better. She revealed that Adam "didn't take kindly" to her intervention, setting in motion a series of events that has led to a deep familial rift.
Family Members Speak Out Against 'Vile' Comments
The situation has escalated, with other members of Adam Peaty's family voicing their hurt and anger publicly. His aunt, Louise William, has been particularly vocal on social media, making serious allegations about the swimmer's behaviour. In a series of posts, Louise questioned Adam's commitment to his recently professed Christian faith, asking, "Where is 'honour thy mother and thy father'? Where is the forgiveness?"
Responding to a follower who suggested the family's "lack of decorum" was to blame for their disinvitation, Louise defended her family's values and launched a fierce counter-attack. "Our family and friends place real value on love, friendship, loyalty and being there for each other," she wrote. She then made a startling claim, stating, "Unlike you I happen to know all sides of the story. Unlike you I have seen heard and read the most vile things a son can say to a mother."
As a result of this ongoing feud, it is reported that only one member of Adam Peaty's family is now expected to attend the wedding in Bath next month. Representatives for both Adam Peaty and Holly Ramsay have been contacted for comment by The Mirror as the couple prepares for a day that should be about celebration, but is now undeniably clouded by family conflict.
