CLARKSON’S Farm has a huge fan in the form of one of the world’s richest men – who also is a surprise agriculturalist.
Formula 1 chief is a huge follower of the show, according to its executive producer Andy Milman.
Bernie Ecclestone and Jeremy Clarkson on Top Gear in 2011 Credit: BBC
Bernie is one of the world’s richest men and a surprise agriculturalist Credit: AFP
And, like former host Jeremy, the motor-racing mogul has his own cattle farm, in Brazil, so the pair now have something else in common, aside from their beloved motors.
Andy said: “The most interesting fan is Bernie Ecclestone — apparently he’s got cows too. He’s bending Jeremy’s ear when he sees him at the Grand Prix.
“They’re on a grid with a next to them and they’re, like: ‘The thing about your Friesian cows is . . . ’ and all this sort of stuff.”
But he’s not the only big-name fan of Clarkson’s Farm. Movie director Sofia Coppola, the daughter of cinema legend Francis Ford Coppola, is a devotee too.
Everyone knows that is a lover of the series, but Andy revealed just how excited the former footie ace was to meet the show’s supporting star Gerald Cooper when he dropped in to Jezza’s farm, Diddly Squat. Andy — talking ahead of his other big Prime Video show, , which returns next month — said: “David was so star struck.
“He was like a girl who’s met , so he runs out to get a selfie with him. Gerald is a Man Utd fan so went straight in talking about that. But, of course, Becks couldn’t understand him either!”
Although he has no proof, Andy has a secret theory that is likely to be a lover of the series.
The monarch is a campaigner for rural issues and his country home, Highgrove, in Gloucestershire, is close to Jezza’s Oxfordshire farm.
Manchester United fan Gerald with England legend David Beckham Credit: Instagram / clarksons_farm
Jeremy and Kaleb Cooper share a laugh on Clarkson’s Farm Credit: Prime
Andy said: “Jeremy is probably not as environmentally friendly as the King but there’s an implicit love of the land which we know Charles has got.
“So the amount of points they would cross over on while having a pint in The Farmer’s Dog . . . ”
ENDERS PLOT THICKENS
A controversial storyline is brewing on EastEnders including Amy Mitchell, played by Ellie Dadd Credit: Ray Collins
A CONTROVERSIAL storyline is brewing on – and it’s a nightmare for copper Jack Branning.
Having been placed on compassionate leave to care for cancer-stricken wife Denise, his younger replacement
DC Craig Ingram has started working on his active cases.
And now it appears he’s growing close to Jack’s daughter Amy Mitchell.
DC Craig Ingram is growing close to Amy Credit: Ray Collins
Craig, played by Matthew James-Bailey, having his make-up applied Credit: Ray Collins
My exclusive behind-the-scenes snaps from filming on Albert Square add further fuel to the unlikely romance plot.
Craig, played by Matthew James-Bailey, is having his applied and looking pensive before shooting the scene as Amy (Ellie Dadd), is snapped striding along the street.
The teenager’s rebellious streak is likely to have been passed down the family’s genes by her late mom, Roxy Mitchell
JOSE HAS KICK-OFF AT DOC
Manager Jose Mourinho stars in a new Netflix documentary Credit: Courtesy of Netflix.
is as famous for his bust-ups as his trophies during his glittering career in management.
And in his new documentary, he even falls out with his interviewer. The Special One threatens to walk from the chat if he’s probed too much about his personal life.
When it is suggested viewers may be interested in his backstory, he replies: “No. If you do a bit about how you feel I am, that’s fine. If it’s more, I will not be happy and I’ll close the door.”
In Mourinho, out today, he also admits he’s so career-focussed his family prefer it when he’s not around. He adds: “It’s not easy for them. They enjoy life more without me.”
Some of his ex-players may feel the same . . .
CHAT show supremo will return for a 24th series of his ITV chat show. The channel has renewed the programme for 2027 and said it “remains the premier destination” for “the world’s most iconic and fascinating talent.” The series is expected to be screened in 2027.
OLD PALS ACT AT AWARDS
Reality stars Sam Thompson and Pete Wicks
REALITY stars and will be back to host the at telly’s most illustrious evening – the National Television Awards.
The Made in Chelsea and Towie celebs, who are good pals and have a string of gongs between them, will return for their third year providing exclusive interviews at the big event.
Sam said: “There’s nothing better than getting to do this with one of your best mates. Being part of the NTAs is always such a privilege.
“We can’t wait to share all the excitement with viewers.”
Pete added: “The NTAs is one of the highlights of the year. You never know what’s going to happen on that red carpet.”
The awards will be shown live on ITV1 and on September 8. Book now to be part of the audience at nationaltvawards.com/tickets
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