Clarkson to be "sacked" on Wednesday

[lane912]

hope May does another season of MAN LAB-

[ledhedsymbols]

Originally Posted by black_falcon

From all reports I've heard, Clarkson "aimed" a punch but didn't actually hit the guy. Not saying that's OK but I think there's a lot of misinformation as to what really happened.

If this is the case, I'd say that still meets the definition of assault.

[Iciclehead]

I have sincere doubt that this was not much more than a shoving match...not good in any event, but I suspect it was more of douche-bag meets colossal prick, lots of arrogance and shouting...maybe a little booze thrown in and next thing you know one is pushing the other and everyone's panties are in a knot.

I mean, face it, if it would have been outright assault as in punch to the head with a fist or an object, believe me, there would have been charges filed by the police, this is the UK we are speaking of.

The fact that there are no charges in my mind proves that this was nothing more than a shoving match.

I am sure there are no non-compete's in force here as they sold their rights. As has been said here, if Netflix is clever, hire the three of them, make an uncensored version of Top Gear and blammo, BBC loses it biggest revenue stream.

Looks good on them....

Dennis

[onewhippedpuppy]

Pfft... NO ONE WILL EVER REPLACE JACK PARR!!!



Like Clarkson is the only acrid, counter culture, car guy, on the face of the planet.



I will bet you a dollar next year at this time he will be replaced and the beat will go on.

Ummm, no. How many Top Gear spinoffs have there been? I think there were several rounds in Australia, the USA, and an Asian version. Not to mention 5th Gear which is very similar. All have been failures, because the magic of the show is in the chemistry between the presenters. It's not acting, it is genuine. That's something you can't craft for tv.

[WPOZZZ]

They should make TG Universe hosted by May, Hammond, Leno and Seinfeld.

[lane912]

please keep Leno and Seinfeld out-

American humor is on the downbeat, British is on the upbeat
you can not cross the streams-

[Aragorn]

I will agree that Top Gear UK was lightning in a bottle. Top Gear US is not a hit, but most of the recent episodes I have watched were decent to pretty good. Tanner Foust is a good driver and a watchable host. Ruttledge Wood may be a car guy, but can't stand him on the air. Adam seems to be there just to break stuff. Shows are relatively funny and easy to watch.

My first thought for a replacement for Clarkson was "Tiffany Dell" also, but I can see how some don't like his style.

Get Adam Carolla over there. Funny car guy and a good interviewer.

[Captain Ahab Jr]

Interview with Jeremy Clarkson's waiter who was an eye witness to everything

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=48h-q-FEBSw

[onewhippedpuppy]

Regarding the incident, I believe May stated that they were all "blind drunk". Which explains a lot.

[gorthar]

Originally Posted by Captain Ahab Jr

Interview with Jeremy Clarkson's waiter who was an eye witness to everything

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=48h-q-FEBSw

That is hilarious!

As good as those Downfall/Hitler memes.

[onewhippedpuppy]

Chris Harris did a great "eulogy" on Jalopnik that really captured it for me. Top Gear was a fun way that I could share my passion with non-car people and ultimately get them interested in my hobby. My wife loves Top Gear, and she's not into cars. I watch it with my kids and my 4-year old gets out his Hot Wheels and starts racing them. I love the show, but not having that vehicle to share my passion with my family is what makes me sad.

[Christien]

Originally Posted by gorthar

That is hilarious!

As good as those Downfall/Hitler memes.

Better! That guys has the best laugh I've ever heard! Tears down my cheeks!

[LEAKYSEALS951]

Thanks for the link! I cried I laughed so hard.
1/2 way through it I did a double take and wondered if that was actually Clarkson himself dressed as the chef and it was all a ruse, but alas... it was not!

EDIT- S#$%! Give THIS guy clarkson's job. He's incredible! He could just go around and wreck cars and infectiously laugh about it. I'd watch!

[Bob Kontak]

Originally Posted by WolfeMacleod

Funny?
Tiff is about as funny as a case of herpes. That dude could bore a sloth to tears.

That is a righteous comment.

Only Peter Morgan can rival Tiff as to the most boring dude that ever walked the planet.

I would rather the Sling Blade dude host the show.

[mikesride]

Whatever happened to two guys duking it out a little and then getting over it? Me and I guy at work got into good one day in the lot...black eyes bloody mouths cut up hands etc...... After that its over, we work together still and all is good.
Don't fire the talent...they make the show...replace the guys on the other side of the camera and nobody would have known the difference.
That being said the last few years have not been as good as years past.

[Grog]

I hope the arrogant ass gets some jail time so he doesn't get rewarded with a lucrative contract in the US. Be an ass pay the price.

[biosurfer1]

more pussification of the world. co-workers get into a drunk spat and people get fired? If anyone wants to know why charges weren't filed it's because the producer did not file a complaint.

Clearly the BBC is using this just to get rid of Clarkson. Guys into a glorified shoving match because after a long day of shooting (14+ hours according to the producer) there was no hot food, but plenty of alcohol and the BBC decides to kill their cash cow??? There is NO WAY they weren't looking for a reason to cancel his contract, just sad he gave them the reason they were looking for.

[Nickshu]

Originally Posted by biosurfer1

more pussification of the world. co-workers get into a drunk spat and people get fired? If anyone wants to know why charges weren't filed it's because the producer did not file a complaint.

Clearly the BBC is using this just to get rid of Clarkson. Guys into a glorified shoving match because after a long day of shooting (14+ hours according to the producer) there was no hot food, but plenty of alcohol and the BBC decides to kill their cash cow??? There is NO WAY they weren't looking for a reason to cancel his contract, just sad he gave them the reason they were looking for.

This comment is right on! Agree 100%

[sc_rufctr]

So it's done... Don't get your hopes up Gents. I doubt Jeremy would ever relocate his family to the US.

He's got bags of money and a long list of options.
I wouldn't be surprised if he does something online or through Netflix like Seinfeld did with his Comedians and Coffee thing.

And whatever happened... It happened. We've all been there but most of us can control our tempers.
(Maybe Jeremy has issues with his blood sugar levels? That wouldn't be a first)

And yes the show isn't what it used to be. IMO It peaked around the time Schumacher was revealed as the Stig. (2009)

[Steve Carlton]

There's been an out-of-court settlement including some community service...