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Daily Mirror
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
'I'm a young farmer and this is how Jeremy Clarkson has impacted the farming industry'
Farmer Joe Seels has opened up about the huge impact Jeremy Clarkson's TV show Clarkson's Farm has had on the world of agriculture Farmer Joe Seels has offered a glimpse into how Jeremy Clarkson has transformed the agricultural world, after his Prime Video show Clarkson's Farm became a massive hit. Jeremy - who's renowned for fronting programmes like Top Gear - operates Diddly Squat Farm in Chipping Norton and has chronicled his agricultural adventures in the reality series, which has now reached its fourth season. The programme has proved enormously successful and ignited public fascination with farming, with Jeremy's colleagues, including Kaleb Cooper, achieving celebrity status themselves. There's also been a surge in agricultural workers posting material on social media, with figures like Joe gaining massive followings on platforms such as TikTok and YouTube. During an appearance on BBC Breakfast on Monday (21 July), Joe discussed his own path and the impact he believes Clarkson's Farm has made on the agricultural sector, reports Wales Online. Discussing Jeremy, Joe told BBC presenters Jon Kay and Sally Nugent: "He's really just showing it to the public, the struggles. I don't think people like myself, who have got YouTube channels, and there's quite a few of us now showing what we do on the farm, I don't think we'd have that same platform without that interest that Clarkson's sparked." Joe also disclosed his personal link to Jeremy, explaining the television personality is familiar with Joe's relatives. He continued: "He's quite funny, because Clarkson, he is a 'local lad' to us. So, where my great uncle farms is where Clarkson was brought up." The farmer expressed that the surge in farming content on social media and the success of Clarkson's Farm has sparked an increased interest in agricultural careers, describing the response as "rewarding". However, Joe almost didn't pursue a career in farming due to his parents' stern advice during his youth. He disclosed that he attended university after his parents encouraged him to seek a profession away from the farm. "Back in the day, my mum and dad said 'Don't go into farming Joe, there's no money in it'. So I took a degree, went and did Geography at Hull. I got onto a graduate scheme and I did do a couple of years there, then I thought this is just not for me. I want to be out in the tractor, I want to be out with the cattle. I just longed to get back to the farm," Joe shared with Jon and Sally. Joe's journey on social media began when he set up a TikTok account after one of his mates started posting on the app, although he had no plans of becoming an internet sensation. "I wanted to do it anonymously, so I started posting some videos of what we were doing on the farm and really enjoyed doing it," Joe elaborated. "People started watching, so I didn't stay anonymous for very long. Stupidly, I called it 'Joe Seel', so I couldn't really get under the shadow of anonymity!"
Daily Mail
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Clarkson's Farm star, who grew up wanting to be a 'ballerina', could make a fortune as show's break-out star
The glamourous star of Clarkson's Farm - no, not Jeremy - has revealed how people tell her she's inspired their daughters to go into farming. Fans raved 'a star is born' when newcomer Harriet Cowan, 24, stole the show in series four as Jeremy Clarkson 's new glamorous farm-hand, saying she's helping to change perceptions of women in farming. Harriet arrived on screens to assist at Diddly Squat Farm while Jeremy's usual helper, Kaleb Cooper, was away... but after charming the shows millions of views she could now be set to become a star in her own right. The new star has been part of the farming community since childhood, having grown up on a family farm in the Derbyshire countryside where her father still lives and tends to the land. Prior to becoming Jeremy's new side-kick, Harriet had already been building her profile as a farmer on TikTok and had around 40,000 followers before joining the Diddly Squat team. Now, she told The Times, she gets approached all the time, saying: 'Mums have reached out to say my daughter's wanting to go into farming. 'Or I hear about four-year-old girls who want a toy tractor for Christmas, so that's really nice.' It was through her TikTok that Harriet was approached by the show, she said: 'Charlie [Ireland, Clarkson's land agent] let me know they were looking for someone to come and help. 'I think they were keen for it to be a woman who could do that role and show they could do it well.' Despite saying he's not a natural born farmer, Harriet has praised Jeremy for his work at Diddly Squat saying he is, 'very much like every other farmer I've ever met' and 'very much willing to learn. He wanted to do well by the farm.' Poking fun, Harriet added that 'he's got the physique of a farmer' too. The glam farmhand added that other young farmers in her area couldn't believe that she would be on Clarkson's Farm. She said: 'They thought, "Ah, you'll be in the back of the pub and they'll have filmed the pub and the back of your head will be in it,' 'So when it came out they were, like, "Oh sh**, she is actually in it a bit more than I thought she was!'' Harriet is heavily involved with her rural community which her grandparents joined in the 1950s when they bought the land which her father still farms. When she's not trying to keep Jeremy in line Harriet works at a cattle farm with her boyfriend, James, just a short distance from the family farm. James and Harriet first met when she was 15 at the Belper Young Farmers Club but it wasn't until they were 17 that things turned romantic. Alongside her work as a farm hand Harriet also works as a community nurse. Speaking to The Times, she said: 'The moment you get off nursing you get in the tractor and spend the evening in the tractor. Every farmer will have two professions.' She added: 'When you've grown up on the farm you've already got that work ethic — you've seen that from your parents. 'I fit in with everyone else, everyone's got a good work ethic around here.' Despite growing up surrounded by farmers Harriet did not always want to be one herself and admitted that she actually had dreams of becoming a ballerina. She said: 'Growing up, I used to be so afraid of the big cows. I was always a very girlie girl. I wanted to be a ballerina. 'There was always going to be farming in my blood. Then, when I met my other half, that's when it really sparked. 'I'd always done tractor driving but the cattle side of it started when I met him. I found a passion for it more on the livestock side.' Harriet's fans have raved about her not letting go of her girlie style and look despite being a farmer but in conversation with The Times she opened up about the 'challenges' of being a young woman in the industry. She said that her father told her and her sister that without a male heir, they would be stepping up to help. Harriet added that she has loved showcasing that women can farm too and now has plans to start documenting life on her family farm on YouTube. The fourth season of Clarkson's Farm in which Harriet was introduced to viewers released to Prime Video in May. At the time, many took to social media to rave about the newcomer on Diddly Squat Farm. One posted on X: '30 minutes in and I'm calling it already Harriet is going to be massively famous and she could be worth bringing back #clarksonsfarm.' Another chimed in: 'And a 'Star' is born Harriet Cowen! #clarksonsfarm #amazonprimevideo.' '#clarksonsfarm S4 and I already love Harriet '4000 years old' 'That's as old as you?',' another penned, followed by laughing emojis. While one viewer said: 'And I'm already rooting for Harriet... she's brilliant.' 'I love Harriet. And I love that she calls the Lambo 'she',' someone else commented. The newcomer features in the very first episode and Jeremy said: 'Later, after I'd fed the animals, finished off the GS4 drilling and gone back to the office to deal with the daily government paperwork, my new helper arrived, a young farmer called Harriet.' She sits down with the TV star in his office and described her journey from Derbyshire. Jeremy offers Harriet coffee to which she replies, 'No thanks, I don't like coffee, have you got tea?' Despite the newest instalment only just gracing screens, Harriet has already been well received by fans who have begged Jeremy to 'find a way of keeping her' He says, 'No' to which she quips back, 'I'll be alright then'. During the conversation, she admits she hasn't properly watched Clarkson's Farm before and explains how her family work on a farm that used to be her grandfather's. Jeremy reveals to Harriet how he has been struggling since Kaleb's departure and takes her on a tour of the farm. Harriet also appeared in the trailer for the latest season and wasn't afraid to get her hands dirty. She hasn't failed to impress her colleagues either and has set about doing jobs around the farm. Despite rumours he had left Clarkson's Farm, Kaleb has confirmed that he is still very much a part of the show and didn't hold back on complimenting Harriet's work so far. 'I'm still involved, there's lots of rumours going about that I've been replaced but I'm still here, Harriet stepped in as I jumped away on tour, I'm very grateful that Harriet came along and saved the day,' he said. The farmer added Jeremy 'shouldn't be trusted alone on the farm, he's getting better but there are loads of things he still can't do'. Season's four trailer revealed some of what Harriet gets up to on the farm and she is introduced when Jeremy says, 'While Kaleb's away, I'm going to need a hand.' The trailer showed Jeremy running into several obstacles and Harriet made a good impression as she was quick to help. She was also shown installing fences, loading feed for the animals and even her welding. Jeremy gushed over Harriet in a video on Instagram earlier this month and described her as 'brilliant' too. He clarified: 'There has been lots of reports that Kaleb has been 'replaced' - well, no he hasn't.' Jeremy added: 'What happened is this, he went away on his speaking tour, for a couple of months because he imagined that after four years, I'd be able to manage on my own. 'And I didn't - I made a complete mess of everything and had to bring in a young farmer called Harriet. 'Harriet is brilliant and looked after the fort until he got back. That is it - that's the story!'
Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Jeremy Clarkson's net worth revealed despite significant losses on Clarkson's Farm
Jeremy Clarkson recently starred in the latest series of Amazon Prime's Clarkson's Farm, but the TV star struggled to make a profit directly from farming Jeremy Clarkson faced significant challenges during Clarkson's Farm, including the loss of several newborn piglets and difficulties turning a profit from farming. In series three he was also hit with a closure notice from the council to shut down Diddly Squat Farm. Despite these hurdles, his appearances on his Amazon Prime reality show, Clarkson's Farm, and a substantial payout from The Grand Tour have helped to bolster his finances. According to Celebrity Net Worth, it is reported that the 65-year-old TV personality has an estimated wealth of around £59 million. The former Top Gear presenter began his career in a humble role as a motoring journalist at the Rotherham Advertiser, but his earnings have skyrocketed since then. He secured his position as a Top Gear presenter in 1988 and worked on the show for ten years before returning in 2002, eventually becoming the BBC's highest-paid star. Despite this setback, Jeremy managed to bounce back, reportedly doubling his annual television salary to an estimated £3million when he took on the role of presenting Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?, reports the Express. It has also been reported that he received a hefty payout after selling his 50 percent stake in the production company Bedder 6, which held the rights to Top Gear. Jeremy's star continued to ascend after he brokered a whopping £160 million deal with Amazon Prime for 36 episodes of The Grand Tour. However, Jeremy and his co-stars Richard Hammond and James May which has now come to an end. He's thought to have maintained a hefty annual income of £10 million from his involvement in the show. Given his substantial earnings and bustling showbiz lifestyle, his decision to retreat to an isolated Oxfordshire farm to cultivate crops was a surprising career pivot. Jeremy later grumbled about the difficulty of turning a profit from farming, revealing that his direct earnings totalled a mere £114 in his first year. One of his advisers was left dumbfounded when Jeremy announced plans to launch his own beer brand. Nevertheless, he cleverly capitalised on his farming exploits through the Amazon Prime series Clarkson's Farm, which chronicles his adventures on Diddly Squat Farm. In the last year's series, Jeremy and his right-hand man Kaleb Cooper encountered a significant obstacle when their cider bottles started exploding, prompting them to issue a public warning. In a tense phone call, Jeremy informed Kaleb: "The cider is exploding." He continued: "Immediately Kaleb and I headed off to see if Rick, our lager brewer knew what had gone wrong." Upon reaching their beer brewer, Rick, they were met with the grim news that "thousands" of bottles had exploded. It's also been suggested that Jeremy can pocket £25,000 for a single after-dinner speech, and his television gigs, books, and magazine columns contribute significantly to his wealth. His impressive collection of classic cars alone - boasting a Ferrari, Mercedes, Lamborghini, and McLaren - is believed to be valued at over £500,000.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Lisa Hogan reveals Clarkson's Farm pregnancy news
Jeremy Clarkson's girlfriend, Lisa Hogan, has announced pregnancy news relating to the couple's dog. The former Top Gear and The Grand Tour host began dating the Irish actress and model in 2017. They both appear on Clarkson's Farm, which has been available to stream on Prime Video since its first series in 2021. Three further series of the show, which focus on the couple's Diddly Squat Farm in Oxfordshire, have been released in the years following. READ MORE: 'A massive sign of support': TV expert excited by Jeremy Clarkson's new show Filming for a fifth series at the Chadlington farm has already commenced, with new episodes expected next year. In the meantime, Ms Hogan has given an exciting update on social media about a member of the Clarkson clan. The couple have two Fox Red Labradors named Sansa and Arya after the Game of Thrones characters by the same name. READ MORE: Music legends play surprise gig at Jeremy Clarkson's pub Lisa Hogan and Jeremy Clarkson. (Image: Lisa Hogan / Instagram) A video on the official Diddly Squat Farm Shop Instagram page shows Lisa with the pair of dogs, revealing that she believes Arya to be pregnant with puppies. "I would say, yep, look at that teet. Oh my god, you're heavy and you're hot compared to your sister in the stomach," she said to Arya in the clip. "I think we might have puppies on the way!" The viral video has already been viewed over 866,000 times at the time of writing.
Metro
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Jeremy Clarkson launching 'ruthless' Who Wants To Be A Millionaire ITV spin-off
ITV has announced that Jeremy Clarkson will be presenting a 'brutal' new Who Wants To Be A Millionaire spin-off series. The 65-year-old has been keeping busy on Diddly Squat Farm after the fourth season of his hit Amazon Prime Video series dropped in May. However, it appears the former Top Gear star will have his hands full presenting 18 episodes of a new game show. Based on the classic quiz, Millionaire Hot Seat will see six players compete against the clock and one another as they answer questions in a bid to win a big cash prize. The format – which has been described as a fast-paced version of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire – will see contestants queue for the Hot Seat where one person at a time will face Jeremy. They then have to answer questions on the Million Pound Money Ladder. If they answer a question correctly they are allowed to move up the ladder, but a wrong answer will see them kicked out. The passed question is then given to the next player who has to answer it correctly to stay in the game. In a ruthless twist, only the top prize left on the ladder can be won and the player answering the question has to get it right to take it home. Filming for the show is set to begin this November, with it hitting UK screens in 2026. The format has already proved to be popular in Australia, where more than 2,500 episodes have been filmed. But it appears the classic format of the show is still also a hit with ITV bosses, who have ordered 19 more episodes, including seven celebrity specials. ITV boss Katie Rawcliffe said in a statement: 'Who Wants To Be A Millionaire has reached 18 million viewers on ITV so far this year alone. 'Commissioning a new spin off format to further capitalise on the brand's success and popularity was a no brainer, especially with Millionaire Hot Seat already doing so well in other territories also.' Meanwhile, Matthew Worthy, co-CEO of Stellify Media who produce the series, added: 'It is an honour to produce Millionaire for ITV. 'Millionaire Hot Seat is the main show's cheeky younger sibling, and gives us more Jeremy, enjoying more money-ladder moments – but with a whole new tone, pace, and feel.' More Trending This comes after Jeremy brazenly revealed his new beer advert that was 'banned' on TV and radio. The Clarkson's Farm star hired a 34-strong choir of farmers to sing a classic opera tune about his Diddly Squat Farm's Hawkstone lager, who swear throughout throughout. After learning that the advert is 'not compliant' with broadcasting regulations, the former Top Gear presenter hit out at the advertising authorities for being the 'fun police'. View More » Millionaire Hot Seat will air on ITV in 2026. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: 'Sensational' sci-fi thriller now free to stream for the first time on ITVX MORE: I'm a TV critic – I was so wrong about Shark! Celebrity Infested Waters MORE: ITV's new series where celebrities dive with sharks leaves viewers 'questioning their sanity'
