Jeremy Clarkson - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 11, 1960 |
|---|---|
| Age | 65 |
| Birthplace | Doncaster, West Riding of Yorkshire, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Co-presenting BBC's 'Top Gear', Amazon's 'The Grand Tour', and the farming series 'Clarkson's Farm' |
Intro
Jeremy Clarkson is a British broadcaster, journalist, and writer best known for co-presenting the motoring television show 'Top Gear' from 2002 to 2015, and later 'The Grand Tour'. He is also a columnist, author, and farming show presenter.
Early Life & Background
Born in Doncaster, Jeremy Clarkson attended Repton School. His parents, Shirley and Edward Clarkson, were teachers who later ran a business selling Paddington Bear toys. Clarkson’s early interest in cars and journalism was shaped by his family environment and boarding school experience.
Career Highlights
- Co-presenter of 'Top Gear' from 2002–2015, helping to transform it into a global phenomenon.
- Co-creator and host of 'The Grand Tour' on Amazon Prime Video (2016–present).
- Presenter, producer and star of 'Clarkson's Farm', documenting his attempt at farming.
- Columnist for The Sunday Times and The Sun.
- Author of multiple best-selling books on motoring and general interest topics.
Trivia
- Clarkson was expelled from Repton School, reportedly for bad behavior.
- He has been both praised and criticized for outspoken views and on-screen antics.
- Clarkson earned a private pilot's license but says he no longer flies.
- He was awarded an honorary Doctor of Engineering degree from Oxford Brookes University.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Jeremy Clarkson?
Jeremy Clarkson is 65 years old.
When was Jeremy Clarkson born?
Jeremy Clarkson was born the 11 April 1960.
Where is Jeremy Clarkson from?
Doncaster, West Riding of Yorkshire, England, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About April 11th, 1960, in brief:
- Historical events: During the height of the Cold War, an American U-2 spy plane conducted its last successful reconnaissance mission over Soviet territory, narrowly avoiding detection at the Tyuratam missile range. The mission highlighted the intense intelligence gathering efforts and risks taken during the Cold War era, with Soviet air defense systems failing to intercept the aircraft in time.
- Day of the week: April 11th, 1960 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Full Moon
- #1 US song: The Theme From A Summer Place by Percy Faith
- #1 UK song: My Old Man's A Dustman by Lonnie Donegan
- Popular movie: La notte directed by Michelangelo Antonioni
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