Jeremy Clarkson, the former Top Gear presenter and current star of Clarkson’s Farm, has opened up about his recent health scare and the importance of regular prostate checks. Writing candidly in his Sunday Times column, Clarkson shared details of a prostate examination he recently underwent, reflecting on the necessity of early detection. The broadcaster, who has lost friends to prostate cancer, revealed he now books private medical checks every few years.
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Clarkson, aged 65, described the procedure in his trademark forthright manner, joking about the discomfort but underlining its lifesaving potential. He added that his previous doctor rarely mentioned medical concerns, being too busy name-dropping celebrity clients like Rita Ora. Nonetheless, Clarkson stressed the importance of facing the minor discomfort of a prostate exam to avoid major consequences later, especially with the cancer claiming around 9,000 lives annually in England.
The presenter also noted his recent weight loss, which he attributed to the use of the Mounjaro injection, saying he had shed roughly a stone and a half. But it was his reflection on friends affected by prostate cancer, including his Clarkson’s Farm co-star Gerald Cooper, that lent the piece its emotional weight. Cooper, who was diagnosed with the disease, is now cancer-free following treatment, news Clarkson described as “fantastic.”
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Ending on a hopeful note, Clarkson said the reassurance of good health gave him renewed peace of mind. “Nothing makes you feel better than knowing for sure you’re not going to drop dead tomorrow morning,” he wrote. While humorous in tone, Clarkson’s message was clear: early testing saves lives, and men should not hesitate to get checked.
