‘Top Gear’ legend Jeremy Clarkson reveals he has cancer: ‘It’s really early’
Jeremy Clarkson disclosed that he has been diagnosed with early-stage prostate cancer during the final episodes of "Clarkson's Farm" Season 5. He said the cancer is aggressive but detected early, and he will undergo surgery and further treatment while remaining uncertain about his future involvement in the series. Clarkson shared the news on Instagram, receiving supportive messages from fans.
- ▪Clarkson announced his prostate cancer diagnosis to co‑hosts Charlie Ireland and Kaleb Cooper in the last two episodes of Season 5.
- ▪He described the cancer as aggressive but caught at a very early stage and said he will have an operation within a few weeks.
- ▪He expressed uncertainty about whether he will be able to return for Season 6 depending on treatment outcomes.
- ▪Clarkson posted about the difficult episodes on Instagram, prompting a wave of supportive comments from viewers.
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- ▪ Jeremy Clarkson reveals 'aggressive' cancer diagnosis — ABC News (Australia)
- ▪ Former Top Gear host Jeremy Clarkson reveals cancer diagnosis — The Sydney Morning Herald
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Celebrity News ‘Top Gear’ legend Jeremy Clarkson reveals he has cancer: ‘It’s really early’ By Audrey Rock Published June 16, 2026, 10:27 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add Page Six on Google Television icon Jeremy Clarkson is battling cancer. The “Top Gear” personality, 66, shared his diagnosis with prostate cancer during the final two episodes of “Clarkson’s Farm” Season 5. During the episodes — which just dropped on Prime Video — Clarkson abruptly announces to Charlie Ireland and Kaleb Cooper, “I’ve got cancer.” Kaleb then responds with disbelief, “No, you haven’t. Where?” to which Clarkson replies, “Where it is is of no concern of anybody.
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