Jeremy Clarkson

Jeremy Clarkson
Clarkson in 2012
Born	Jeremy Charles Robert Clarkson (1960-04-11) 11 April 1960 Sprotbrough, West Riding of Yorkshire, England
Occupations	Journalist broadcaster columnist writer farmer
Years active	1988–present
Partner	Lisa Hogan (2017–present)
Children	3

Biography

Jeremy Clarkson is a British broadcaster, journalist, and writer best known for his work on motoring programs, most notably Top Gear and The Grand Tour. Born on April 11, 1960, in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, England, Clarkson began his career as a journalist, writing for local newspapers before moving into automotive journalism.

In 1988, Clarkson joined the BBC’s Top Gear, a relatively low-profile motoring show at the time. With his irreverent humor, outspoken opinions, and love of performance cars, he helped transform it into one of the most popular TV programs in the world. Alongside co-hosts Richard Hammond and James May, Clarkson brought a unique mix of banter, cinematic visuals, and adventurous challenges to the show, attracting millions of viewers globally.

After a controversial departure from the BBC in 2015, Clarkson and his co-hosts were hired by Amazon Prime Video to launch The Grand Tour, which continued the Top Gear spirit with a new format and bigger budget. He has also presented documentaries on topics ranging from engineering to history.

Outside of motoring, Clarkson has hosted the revived version of the quiz show Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? since 2018 and gained unexpected acclaim for Clarkson’s Farm, a documentary series chronicling his attempts to run a farm in the Cotswolds. The show revealed a more grounded and humorous side of him, broadening his public appeal.

Clarkson is a prolific columnist, writing for The Sunday Times and The Sun, and has authored numerous books, often filled with sharp wit and personal commentary.

Known for his controversial views, combative style, and outspoken personality, Jeremy Clarkson remains a major figure in British media. Love him or loathe him, his impact on automotive entertainment and broadcasting is undeniable.

Music (likes)

BBC's Desert Island Discs (2003)

• Your Song - Billy Paul
• Behind Blue Eyes - The Who
• Night Moves - Bob Seger
• Time - Pink Floyd (David Gilmour, Roger Waters)
• Get Ready - The Temptations
• Make Me Smile (Come Up and See Me) - Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel
• Heroes - David Bowie
• Solsbury Hill - Peter Gabriel