Overview
- Clarkson disclosed on Wednesday that he has been diagnosed with an aggressive prostate cancer in the final episodes of the fifth season of Clarkson's Farm.
- He said a biopsy confirmed the cancer and that the tumour was identified at a very early stage after a medical check.
- Clarkson has already had a partial prostate operation that removed about 10% of the gland and he is scheduled for another surgical procedure in the coming weeks.
- Footage in the episode shows him hospitalized and saying some treatments "have not gone as expected," and several outlets report the show will be paused so he can focus on treatment and recovery.
- The 66‑year‑old presenter rose to fame on Top Gear and later The Grand Tour, and his recent disclosure follows a 2024 cardiac episode, meaning his immediate health and work plans will affect production, colleagues, and fans.