Clarkson’s Farm wins big at NTAs, Jeremy Clarkson shares charming speech
LONDON, Sept 10 — Jeremy Clarkson took centre stage at the National Television Awards (NTAs) on Wednesday evening with a typically irreverent and humorous speech, as his hit Amazon Prime series Clarkson’s Farm was crowned Best Factual Entertainment Show.
The 65-year-old broadcaster, famously known for his time on Top Gear, was joined on stage by his partner Lisa Hogan and fellow cast members from the show, which has become a breakout success for Amazon since its debut. The NTAs, one of the UK’s most prestigious public-voted television awards, recognised the show’s fourth season, which continues to chronicle Clarkson’s often comical and chaotic attempts to run his 1,000-acre Oxfordshire farm.
A Classic Clarkson Moment
True to form, Clarkson opened his acceptance speech with a joke about his health and appearance.
“I should explain I’m on Mounjaro, my trousers are falling down,” he quipped, referencing the diabetes and weight-loss medication he’s reportedly been using since undergoing emergency heart surgery in 2024. “Lisa’s going to hold my trousers up while I make a very short speech.”
Despite the light-hearted start, Clarkson quickly pivoted to heartfelt appreciation for those behind the scenes and on the ground at Diddly Squat Farm.
“First of all, thank you very, very much to everybody at home who voted for us. We’re genuinely thrilled,” he said. “And equally, there are those of us who farm here and we’ve scrubbed up so well you wouldn’t know it.”
He took a moment to praise the real stars of the show—his hardworking farm team.
“There are farmers—Caleb, Harriet, Charlie, and Gerald, who isn’t here—who work incredibly hard. I mean, way harder than anyone in this room. And I do mean that,” he said, casting a playful glance toward the celebrity-filled audience. “Even you, Lineker. Really hard.”
The remark drew laughter as he referenced Gary Lineker, who made headlines himself that night for ending the 23-year winning streak of Ant and Dec by taking home the award for Best TV Presenter.
Tribute to the Crew
Clarkson also highlighted the efforts of the Clarkson’s Farm production team, many of whom are more familiar with urban life than muddy fields.
“I really want to thank the production team here—Connor, Pete, Vicki, Zoe, and so on—because they’re used to living in Shoreditch,” he joked. “And they have to come out to the countryside and film us in the mud and the rain, way, way into the night, seven days a week.”
He concluded his speech in typical Clarkson fashion, announcing, “We shall go and have a drink.”
What’s Next for Clarkson’s Farm?
Filming for the highly anticipated fifth season is reportedly already underway, with a release expected sometime in 2025. The show’s continued popularity lies in its mix of humour, honest portrayals of rural struggles, and a surprising emotional core that has resonated deeply with viewers across the UK and beyond.
Trouble at The Farmer’s Dog
Outside of television, Clarkson has been facing real-life challenges with his business ventures. In a recent Sun column, the presenter revealed that his pub, The Farmer’s Dog, was recently targeted by cybercriminals who stole £27,000.
Clarkson had renovated and reopened the former Windmill barn near Burford as a pub in August 2024. But only months into its relaunch, it fell victim to what he claims was a sophisticated hacking operation.
“But no one thought to mention that my pub, the Farmer’s Dog, has been hit too,” he wrote. “It was, though. Someone broke into our accounting system and helped themselves to £27,000.”
He alleges that the same hackers were responsible for recent breaches at major companies like Jaguar and Marks & Spencer. The incident adds another layer of stress to Clarkson’s already eventful journey into rural business life.