Strictly's Tilly Ramsay, 19, is called a 'chubby little thing' on LBC radio 

Strictly Come Dancing star Tilly Ramsay has lashed out at LBC’s Steve Allen after he referred to her as a ‘chubby little thing’ on his radio show.  

The daughter of Gordon Ramsay took to Instagram on Wednesday to share a lengthy statement in which she expressed her hurt and shock at having her appearance criticised on national radio.  

In the post, Tilly, 19, revealed that she was ‘learning to accept’ herself but had still been left ‘hurt’ by the shocking remarks. 

The CBBC presenter is currently competing on Strictly with professional dancer Nikita Kuzmin and is also featuring on the pre-recorded Celebrity MasterChef Australia. 

‘I won’t tolerate people scrutinising my weight’: Strictly’s Tilly Ramsay, 19, hits out after being called a ‘chubby little thing’ by LBC’s Steve Allen, 67

Alongside the statement she shared a soundbite from Steve’s early morning breakfast show, in which he read out a comment from a listener alerting him to the fact Tilly was taking part on Celebrity MasterChef Australia.

Steve, 67, then remarked: ‘Is she? Well, she can’t blimming well dance!

‘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 penned: ‘I try not to read and listen to comments and negativity however recently being called out on a national radio station by a 67-year-old man is a step too far. 

‘Steve please feel free voice your opinions however I draw the line at commenting on my appearance. It’s such a shame that someone is trying to make such a positive experience negative.’ 

Shocking: In Steve’s early morning breakfast show, he read out a comment from a listener alerting him to the fact Tilly was taking part on Celebrity MasterChef Australia

Shock: In the post, Tilly, 19, revealed that she was ‘learning to accept’ herself but had still been left ‘hurt’ by the shocking remarks

Tilly continued: ‘This isn’t the first and definitely wont’ be the last comment made about my appearance and I accept that and I’m learning to accept myself. 

‘But please remember that words can hurt. And at the end of the day I am only 19 and I’m so grateful for all the amazing opportunities I have been able to take part in. 

‘And I understand that being in the public eye obviously comes with it’s own repercussions and I’ve been aware of this from a young age. 

‘However, I won’t tolerate people that think it’s okay to publicly comment and scrutinise anyone’s weight and appearance. Love Tilly xx’ 

She captioned the post  ‘#bekind’. 

Two of a kind: Tilly is partnered with Nikita Kuzmin on this year’s Strictly 

Strictly stars flooded the post with support for Tilly with Janette Manrara writing: ‘How fast we forget what hurtful comments can do for someone’s mental health. You are a POWERFUL young lady! Wear your crown w/ your head held high’.

Giovanni Pernice penned: ‘Some people are very nasty !! Don’t listen to this crap .. we love You girl ! #bekind’.

GBBO star and Strictly contestant John Whaite penned: ‘He’s a piece of old sandpaper love, worn and used and has nothing to offer the world. And his vicious scratching has only left you polished and more fabulous. Love you.’

Her sister Holly meanwhile wrote: ‘Very well said x #bekind’, while their sister Megan echoed: ‘Love you Tills’.

Elizabeth Hurley’s son Damian reached out to Tilly to write: ‘what a total w**ker. bloody uncalled for. can’t wait for you to have the last laugh and keep winning. sending you love’.