January 27th 2024.
It's no secret that Jeremy Clarkson is known for his bold and unapologetic opinions, but he's recently opened up about some personal insecurities. In a recent interview, the 63-year-old admitted that he's feeling "unfit and fat and old" these days, making certain aspects of his job a bit more challenging.
The news of Clarkson's departure from The Grand Tour, which he hosted alongside his longtime colleagues Richard Hammond and James May, came as a shock to fans in November. The trio, who first graced our screens together back in 2003 on the popular show Top Gear, have already filmed their final two specials which are set to air later this year.
In reflecting on his time on the show, Clarkson shared that it feels like the right time for it to come to an end. "I've driven cars higher and further than anyone else," he stated proudly. "We've done everything there is to do with a car. When we sat down to discuss what to do next, we couldn't come up with anything new."
While it's no secret that Clarkson, Hammond, and May have had their share of disagreements over the years, Clarkson assured fans that there's no bad blood between them. "We've spent more time together than with our own families over the past 25 years," he joked. "I don't think we would have lasted this long if we actually hated each other as much as James likes to think."
Clarkson went on to explain that due to the physically demanding nature of the show, certain aspects, like camping, have become more challenging for him as he's gotten older. But despite these challenges, he's grateful for the experiences he's had and the adventures he's been on with his co-hosts.
In a separate interview, May also expressed his belief that it's time for a new motoring show to take the place of Top Gear and The Grand Tour. "We've done everything you can possibly do with a car," he shared. "But there's never been a more interesting time for the car industry and the future of cars. I have no doubt that a new, more modern show will emerge to explore these topics."
Meanwhile, the BBC has announced that they will be "resting" Top Gear for the foreseeable future, following co-host Freddie Flintoff's accident last December. May believes that this presents the perfect opportunity for a new type of car show to emerge, one that focuses on the evolving landscape of the automotive industry.
Despite the end of an era, fans can still catch The Grand Tour on Prime Video. And for those who are feeling nostalgic, Clarkson has recently revealed a secret health scare that led to his one stone weight loss, while Kaleb Cooper, the breakout star from Clarkson's Farm, is even releasing a diss track about... sheep. It seems like the trio may be leaving The Grand Tour behind, but they're definitely not slowing down anytime soon.
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