Top Gear: Matt LeBlanc 'vows to quit' unless Chris Evans is sacked
8 years, 9 months ago

Top Gear: Matt LeBlanc 'vows to quit' unless Chris Evans is sacked

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Top Gear is suffering its own version of the Labour crisis, with Matt LeBlanc reportedly planning to quit as presenter unless host Chris Evans gets the boot. Sources from the motoring show, formerly led by Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May, claim that the Friends actor has refused to film further series unless Evans leaves. Negative reviews and record low ratings have been plaguing the new Top Gear, with much of the criticism aimed at “shouty” Evans. “Matt has already indicated that he won’t continue on any further series if Chris remains part of it, and he is far from the only one who isn’t happy.” The source added that Evans has allegedly “firmly distanced” himself from the team, refusing to “encourage” them and even “pretending to bump his head against a wall in frustration” when formed F1 boss Eddie Jordan struggled to nail his lines.

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Ex-Top Gear star James May reveals sadness after BBC parks up motoring show 'for the foreseeable future' following Freddie Flintoff horror crash (but sources insist programme could be revived 'in a co
1 year, 4 months ago

Ex-Top Gear star James May reveals sadness after BBC parks up motoring show 'for the foreseeable future' following Freddie Flintoff horror crash (but sources insist programme could be revived 'in a co

Daily Mail  

James May hosted show from 2003 to 2005 alongside Clarkson and Hammond Ex-Top Gear star James May has revealed his sadness after the BBC parked up the motoring show for the 'foreseeable future' on Tuesday following a horror crash that nearly killed host Freddie Flintoff. James May, 60, hosted the programme from 2003 to 2005 alongside Jeremy Clarkson, 63, and …

BBC’s ‘Top Gear’ on hiatus for ‘foreseeable future’ after host Freddie Flintoff’s 2022 crash
1 year, 4 months ago

BBC’s ‘Top Gear’ on hiatus for ‘foreseeable future’ after host Freddie Flintoff’s 2022 crash

LA Times  

BBC said hitting pause on “Top Gear” may be “disappointing news for fans, but it’s the right thing to do.” BBC has hit the brakes on its long-running auto show “Top Gear” for an indefinite amount of time. The decision may come to car enthusiasts’ dismay, but, the British broadcaster said, “it is the right thing to do.” In a …

Richard Hammond defends Top Gear against ‘laddish’ perception: ‘We were just three nice blokes’
1 year, 5 months ago

Richard Hammond defends Top Gear against ‘laddish’ perception: ‘We were just three nice blokes’

The Independent  

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Matt LeBlanc: Friends star will leave Top Gear after next series
6 years, 10 months ago

Matt LeBlanc: Friends star will leave Top Gear after next series

The Independent  

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The Grand Tour presenter James May 'chuffed' Chris Evans quit Top Gear
8 years, 8 months ago

The Grand Tour presenter James May 'chuffed' Chris Evans quit Top Gear

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Taking over Top Gear from the likes of Jeremy Clarkson, Richard …

Top Gear: Matt LeBlanc left to head up team as BBC confirms 'no plans' to replace Chris Evans
8 years, 8 months ago

Top Gear: Matt LeBlanc left to head up team as BBC confirms 'no plans' to replace Chris Evans

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Evans, 50, has suffered relentless abuse for his “shouty” and “patronising” style since taking over …

Chris Evans quits Top Gear: The funniest reactions from Nigel Farage gags to calls to scrap the show
8 years, 8 months ago

Chris Evans quits Top Gear: The funniest reactions from Nigel Farage gags to calls to scrap the show

The Independent  

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Chris Evans dedicates BBC Radio 2 show to Top Gear colleagues: 'Breathe in, breathe out, move on'
8 years, 8 months ago

Chris Evans dedicates BBC Radio 2 show to Top Gear colleagues: 'Breathe in, breathe out, move on'

The Independent  

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Chris Evans quits 'Top Gear'
8 years, 8 months ago

Chris Evans quits 'Top Gear'

ABP News  

London: English presenter, businessman and producer Chris Evans on Monday quit the motoring show "Top Gear", which recorded the lowest poor viewing figures on Sunday night. Besides, police confirmed on Monday morning that they are investigating allegations of sexual assault, after the presenter was accused of grabbing the breasts of a female colleague in the 1990s, the Telegraph reported. In …

Chris Evans has resigned as leader of the Top Gear Party
8 years, 8 months ago

Chris Evans has resigned as leader of the Top Gear Party

The Independent  

The best of Voices delivered to your inbox every week - from controversial columns to expert analysis Sign up for our free weekly Voices newsletter for expert opinion and columns Sign up to our free weekly Voices newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The resignation of Chris Evans as …

Chris Evans quits Top Gear: Presenter leaves BBC show after one series and says 'I gave it my best shot'
8 years, 8 months ago

Chris Evans quits Top Gear: Presenter leaves BBC show after one series and says 'I gave it my best shot'

The Independent  

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Why Chris Evans leaving Top Gear is great news for the BBC show
8 years, 8 months ago

Why Chris Evans leaving Top Gear is great news for the BBC show

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy After just six episodes, Chris Evans has stepped down from his …

Top Gear: Eddie Jordan defends Chris Evans, says Jeremy Clarkson is 'past it'
8 years, 9 months ago

Top Gear: Eddie Jordan defends Chris Evans, says Jeremy Clarkson is 'past it'

The Independent  

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Top Gear: Matt LeBlanc admits only joining because he 'needed a job'
8 years, 9 months ago

Top Gear: Matt LeBlanc admits only joining because he 'needed a job'

The Independent  

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Top Gear finally 'hits its stride' with more positive reviews after cutting Cenotaph stunt scene
8 years, 9 months ago

Top Gear finally 'hits its stride' with more positive reviews after cutting Cenotaph stunt scene

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The opening pair of episodes have sprung up one central debate: …

Top Gear fans call for Jenson Button to replace 'shouty' Chris Evans as host
8 years, 9 months ago

Top Gear fans call for Jenson Button to replace 'shouty' Chris Evans as host

The Independent  

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Top Gear: BBC defends Chris Evans show after 'fake' audience laughter claims
8 years, 9 months ago

Top Gear: BBC defends Chris Evans show after 'fake' audience laughter claims

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy In the weeks running up to the rebooted Top Gear, numerous …

Chris Evans insists Top Gear is a 'hit' despite first episode of new series being panned by critics
8 years, 10 months ago

Chris Evans insists Top Gear is a 'hit' despite first episode of new series being panned by critics

The Independent  

Sign up for the Independent Women email for the latest news, opinion and features Get the Independent Women email for free Get the Independent Women email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy New Top Gear presenter Chris Evans has insisted he is pleased with …

Top Gear new series: Chris Evans faces backlash from viewers for 'shouting' through entire first episode
8 years, 10 months ago

Top Gear new series: Chris Evans faces backlash from viewers for 'shouting' through entire first episode

The Independent  

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Top Gear new series 2016: We're live as Chris Evans and Matt LeBlanc take over the BBC show
8 years, 10 months ago

Top Gear new series 2016: We're live as Chris Evans and Matt LeBlanc take over the BBC show

The Independent  

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Top Gear release date: Chris Evans and Matt LeBlanc's BBC car show finally has a start date
8 years, 10 months ago

Top Gear release date: Chris Evans and Matt LeBlanc's BBC car show finally has a start date

The Independent  

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Top Gear: Chris Evans and Matt LeBlanc's show gets BBC Three spin-off hosted by Rory Reid titled Extra Gear
8 years, 11 months ago

Top Gear: Chris Evans and Matt LeBlanc's show gets BBC Three spin-off hosted by Rory Reid titled Extra Gear

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy It looks like Chris Evans and Matt LeBlanc’s antics on Top …

Top Gear co-hosts Matt LeBlanc and Chris Evans dismiss claims they fell out
8 years, 11 months ago

Top Gear co-hosts Matt LeBlanc and Chris Evans dismiss claims they fell out

The Independent  

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Amazon go head-to-head with new Netflix Top Gear show with Chris Evans
8 years, 11 months ago

Amazon go head-to-head with new Netflix Top Gear show with Chris Evans

Daily Mail  

The revamped Top Gear is set to go head-to-head with Jeremy Clarkson's new motoring programme after it emerged that the show will be streamed on Netflix. Previous episodes of Top Gear have long been available on the online video service, and Netflix bosses have confirmed that they will continue to broadcast the new series presented by Chris Evans. Netflix bosses …

Top Gear trailer shows Chris Evans and Matt LeBlanc enjoying business as usual
9 years ago

Top Gear trailer shows Chris Evans and Matt LeBlanc enjoying business as usual

Daily Mail  

This is the first trailer for the BBC's new Top Gear series which features a load of speed demons, bangers and grumpy old men. The BBC has unveiled the first teaser trailer for the brand new series of Top Gear featuring new presenters Chris Evans and Matt LeBlanc The clip also shows new host Chris Evans looking a bit queasy …

Ex-Top Gear's James May says Matt LeBlanc's Cenotaph stunt was 'a little unwise'
9 years ago

Ex-Top Gear's James May says Matt LeBlanc's Cenotaph stunt was 'a little unwise'

Daily Mail  

The stunt was widely criticised for being performed near the memorial ' to do them anywhere on the road James May said it was ' James May, 53, is filming with Jeremy Clarkson and Richard Hammond for their new Amazon series Former Top Gear presenter James May has brandished the controversial Cenotaph war memorial stunt, filmed for the show's new …

Top Gear fake wedding caper marks a new approach in a spiral of controversy
9 years ago

Top Gear fake wedding caper marks a new approach in a spiral of controversy

Daily Mail  

At first glance, it seems like another Top Gear stunt gone horribly wrong. Bizarre: Matt LeBlanc appeared to crash a society wedding at St Paul's Cathedral, screeching past in a Ford Mustang and doing handbrake turns in clouds of smoke The bizarre episode was quickly forgotten, though, as the next day Matt LeBlanc, with rally driver Ken Block at the …

Top Gear's Cenotaph stunt took six months to plan and cost taxpayers £100,000
9 years ago

Top Gear's Cenotaph stunt took six months to plan and cost taxpayers £100,000

Daily Mail  

Pressure is continuing to mount on Top Gear bosses today after it emerged the highly controversial scenes of cars 'donutting' near the Cenotaph war memorial cost licence fee-payers £100,000 to film. Scroll down for video Pressure: Chris Evans leaves the BBC this morning as questions continue over who authorised controversial filming of a rally car 'donutting' near Britain's main war …

Top Gear: Eddie Jordan 'set to join' Chris Evans and Matt Le Blanc as presenter
9 years, 1 month ago

Top Gear: Eddie Jordan 'set to join' Chris Evans and Matt Le Blanc as presenter

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Only days after Friends star Matt Le Blanc was named Chris …

Matt LeBlanc to host Top Gear with Chris Evans after Friends reunion
9 years, 1 month ago

Matt LeBlanc to host Top Gear with Chris Evans after Friends reunion

The Independent  

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Friends star Matt LeBlanc to co-host Top Gear
9 years, 1 month ago

Friends star Matt LeBlanc to co-host Top Gear

Hindustan Times  

In an unlikely casting choice, BBC’s Top Gear has announced Hollywood actor Matt LeBlanc as the co-host of the show. Friends actor Matt LeBlanc to present Top Gear with Chris Evans. Matt said in a statement, “As a car nut and a massive fan of Top Gear, I’m honoured and excited to be a part of this iconic show’s new …

Top Gear: Chris Evans allegedly 'threatened to quit' the BBC show because of 'meddling' bosses
9 years, 2 months ago

Top Gear: Chris Evans allegedly 'threatened to quit' the BBC show because of 'meddling' bosses

The Independent  

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Top Gear: Chris Evans 'looking car sick' after driving with Sabine Schmitz
9 years, 2 months ago

Top Gear: Chris Evans 'looking car sick' after driving with Sabine Schmitz

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Chris Evans has suffered blow after blow in regards his new …

Top Gear presenters: Relative unknowns Sabine Schmitz and Chris Harris join Chris Evans
9 years, 3 months ago

Top Gear presenters: Relative unknowns Sabine Schmitz and Chris Harris join Chris Evans

The Independent  

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Top Gear suffers blow as executive producer leaves Chris Evans's BBC show
9 years, 3 months ago

Top Gear suffers blow as executive producer leaves Chris Evans's BBC show

The Independent  

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Top Gear start date: Chris Evans reveals when show will return to screens
9 years, 4 months ago

Top Gear start date: Chris Evans reveals when show will return to screens

The Independent  

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Top Gear: Zoe Ball 'first in line' to join Chris Evans as co-presenter
9 years, 6 months ago

Top Gear: Zoe Ball 'first in line' to join Chris Evans as co-presenter

The Independent  

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Top Gear's Jeremy Clarkson and Chris Evans to go head-to-head with new series
9 years, 9 months ago

Top Gear's Jeremy Clarkson and Chris Evans to go head-to-head with new series

Daily Mail  

Former Top Gear presenter Jeremy Clarkson criticised the BBC ahead of last night's final episode of the show on BBC Two, as the show marked the end of an era. Head to head: Jeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond are said to have 'jumped at the chance' to do battle with Chris Evans after it emerged the trio are …

Top Gear's Chris Evans pedals through London on electric powered bicycle
9 years, 9 months ago

Top Gear's Chris Evans pedals through London on electric powered bicycle

Daily Mail  

He's the new Top Gear host, but car enthusiast Chris Evans' latest outing would no doubt have outgoing Jeremy Clarkson despairing over his dashboard. Chris Evans traded his customary four wheels for a significantly more environmentally friendly two ahead of an appearance in trendy Notting Hill, west London on Wednesday With a plastic bag hanging from either handlebar, the TV …

Chris Evans confirms Top Gear will have a FEMALE host with Jodie Kidd favourite
9 years, 9 months ago

Chris Evans confirms Top Gear will have a FEMALE host with Jodie Kidd favourite

Daily Mail  

Joy: Chris Evans pictured arriving for his Radio 2 show this morning after being appointed the new presenter of Top Gear Chris Evans today said that he would be joined on Top Gear by a female co-presenter after taking over as host of the hit BBC show from sacked Jeremy Clarkson. Thumbs up: Evans grins as he drives away from …

Top Gear fans' first look at final episode starring Jeremy Clarkson
9 years, 9 months ago

Top Gear fans' first look at final episode starring Jeremy Clarkson

Daily Mail  

Top Gear fans last night got their first look at the show’s final episode featuring Jeremy Clarkson. Scroll down for video New Top Gear: The extended programme features the trio of Richard Hammond, James May and Jeremy Clarkson - and is made up of footage filmed before the latter was sacked Mud, mud, glorious mud: Top Gear's future was thrown …

Jeremy Clarkson 'will be sacked from Top Gear' with Chris Evans tipped to take over
10 years ago

Jeremy Clarkson 'will be sacked from Top Gear' with Chris Evans tipped to take over

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Jeremy Clarkson’s BBC career will …

Jeremy Clarkson suspension: Richard Hammond and James May 'refuse to film Top Gear' without him
10 years ago

Jeremy Clarkson suspension: Richard Hammond and James May 'refuse to film Top Gear' without him

The Independent  

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