Criticism over social media posts at Adam Peaty’s wedding
Television presenter Dan Walker and Dragon’s Den star Sara Davies have faced backlash after sharing posts celebrating their attendance at Olympic swimmer Adam Peaty’s wedding to Holly Ramsay, reports BritPanorama. The ceremony, held at Bath Abbey on Saturday, saw Peaty wed the daughter of celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay, but the event was marred by a family dispute, as key family members were notably absent.
Followers criticized the celebrities’ posts as “tone deaf” and “insensitive,” particularly given that Peaty’s mother Caroline, father Mark, and brothers James and Richard were not present. Reports indicated that Peaty had uninvited his mother and blocked family messages leading up to the wedding, leaving his immediate family 150 miles away while numerous high-profile guests attended.
Walker, who had previously appeared on Strictly Come Dancing alongside Peaty, posted a photograph of the wedding order of service, expressing his enjoyment of the day. He described the event as “a lovely time celebrating” and praised the reception. Meanwhile, Davies shared images chronicling her friendship with Peaty over the years, calling the service “beautiful” and commenting on the wedding food as exemplary.
The responses to their posts were swift. One user remarked to Walker, “Pity his mum and dad didn’t enjoy it too. Insensitive post,” while another pointed out the poor judgment exhibited in sharing such posts amid personal family turmoil. Davies was similarly pulled into the controversy, with observers questioning the appropriateness of celebrating in light of absent family members.
Comments continued to highlight the emotional implications of the wedding. Users expressed their hurt, with sentiments like “That brakes my heart that you get the privilege to put this” resonating, reflecting the ongoing family tensions that reportedly escalated following disputes over invitations to pre-wedding celebrations.
A family member described the situation as “disgusting,” indicating discontent that Peaty went ahead with the wedding without prior communication with his parents. This conflict has underscored the complexities of personal relationships within high-profile events, highlighting how even moments of joy can unveil significant familial rifts.
In the world of celebrity and sport, the intersection of public celebration and private sorrow stands as a potent reminder of the challenges that personal choices can impose on familial bonds.
