Jeremy Clarkson, ex-’Top Gear’ host, says he has ‘aggressive’ cancer

Former 'Top Gear' host and television personality Jeremy Clarkson has publicly revealed he has been diagnosed with an "aggressive" form of prostate cancer. The 66-year-old shared the news with his co-stars during the final two episodes of the fifth season of his Amazon Prime Video documentary series, "Clarkson's Farm," which recently aired. Clarkson disclosed that he learned of the diagnosis in May 2025 following a biopsy, emphasizing that the cancer was detected at a very early stage.

He underwent surgery to remove ten percent of his prostate, the area affected by the cancer. While optimistic about his recovery, Clarkson also mentioned experiencing complications during treatment, which left him briefly hospitalized again. He expressed his hope for successful treatment to continue filming future seasons of "Clarkson's Farm."

This health update comes approximately eight months after Clarkson had heart surgery for blocked coronary arteries, making it a challenging period for the presenter. His public announcement has been praised by charities like Prostate Cancer UK, which noted the importance of his revelation in raising vital awareness for early detection of the disease.