Jeremy Clarkson’s cancer diagnosis has become one of the biggest talking points among TV viewers this week, with Good Morning Britain presenters Susanna Reid and Martin Lewis using the news to share an important health message with the public.
The former Top Gear star revealed on the latest series of Clarkson’s Farm that he had been diagnosed with an “aggressive” form of cancer. While reassuring those around him that it had been caught early, the emotional admission has sparked widespread discussion.
Jeremy shared his prostate cancer diagnosis on the new series of Clarkson’s Farm.
Jeremy Clarkson has shared his cancer diagnosis (Credit: ITV)
Jeremy Clarkson shares cancer diagnosis
On Clarkson’s Farm, Jeremy, 66, tells co-stars and colleagues Kaleb and Charlie: “I disappeared off the other week and I had a biopsy and it is cancer and it’s aggressive. But it’s really early so the treatment will be, you know.
“I was praying we could get the harvest done and then I could go and get some treatment but it’s going to be slap bang in the middle.”
Charlie wishes Jeremy a “very, very speedy recovery”. Jeremy assures him he “will be fine”.
Jeremy Clarkson cancer news sparks discussion on Good Morning Britain
During Wednesday’s edition of Good Morning Britain, Susanna and Martin addressed Jeremy’s revelation and reflected on the impact of his diagnosis.
The presenters highlighted the broadcaster’s comments after the latest episodes of Clarkson’s Farm aired.
Susanna told viewers early on Wednesday morning: “Jeremy Clarkson has revealed that he has been treated for cancer in emotional scenes shown on the latest instalment of the reality series, Clarkson’s Farm.
“The veteran broadcaster says he knew of his diagnosis back in May last year, saying it was aggressive but caught early.”
Martin continued: “The TV star had teased that the latest episodes would be sombre on social media. It is the first time the diagnosis has been made public.”
Susanna later added: “We send our best wishes to Jeremy Clarkson.”
Martin and Susanna spoke about Jeremy’s cancer diagnosis on Good Morning Britain on Wednesday (Credit: ITV)
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