Nottingham views have shown they support Tilly Ramsay following derogatory remarks that from Radio DJ Steve Allen.
Her father Gordon Ramsay has also shown his support for her and praised her dedication to Strictly Come Dancing.
The TV host took to the social media platform on Saturday night prior to Tilly dancing to write an e-mail to her in which he thanked Tilly for her being “focused hard working and very professional.”
Gordon posted a picture of Tilly along with professional dancer Nikita Kuzmin. He also ignored the cruel comments directed at him by Radio DJ Steve Allen this week by writing a sweet message.
The Hell’s Kitchen star penned: “Wishing these 2 all the very best for tonight’s dance , another extraordinary week of training, focused hard working and very professional @tillyramsay @nikita__kuzmin @bbcstrictly.”
Saturday’s episode on Strictly was a success, seeing Ramsay achieve third position on the leaderboard , scoring 36 points.
After the dance she spoke of her excitement following having a “difficult week of training”.
Steve received a lot of criticism when he said: “Tilly Ramsay is on Celebrity MasterChef Australia, is she? She’s not dance in a good way, I’m bored of her already.
“She’s a chubby little thing, isn’t she? Have you noticed? Probably her dad’s cooking I should imagine.”
Tilly expressed her displeasure and sadness when she was described as “chubby” by radio host Steve.
Following the remarks the woman wrote: “I try not to listen or read about negative comments, but being criticized by a radio station in the nation by a man who is 67 years old is not a good thing.
“Steve Please feel free to voice your thoughts, however I’m not going to cross the line between commenting and my physical appearance. It’s a shame that someone would try to make an enjoyable impression negative.
It is now believed that the host of the radio station has written a personal apology Strictly Come Dancing contestant.
Allen has contacted her earlier this week to offer an apology Allen contacted her earlier this week to apologize, the PA news agency reports.
Nottinghamshire Live readers also showed their love for Tilly on our Facebook page.
Carol Brine wrote: “You are stunning hun, beautiful. Don’t let know one tell you any difference.”
Greer Sheppard commented: “Tilly you are beautiful and I love watching you dance that silly man needs sacking good luck for Saturday.”
Jennifer Swinstead said: “I honestly can’t believe how on earth people can think his comments are okay.”
Sarah Webb added: “You can’t go round saying nasty things about people and then say it’s ok because it’s all tongue and cheek and he does it to everyone so that’s fine. It Isn’t!”