T-T-That's all folks!
It has officially come out that as of tomorrow, March 25th, that BBC intends to say goodbye to Jeremy Clarkson after over two extremely successful decades of him hosting Top Gear.
It is widely accepted that Clarkson was the driving force behind the immense success of Top Gear. While the show was popular in it's earlier format, it did not become the hit sensation it is today until it took a bit more of a humorous approach and featured Richard Hammond, and James May along with Clarkson.
Following the recent 'fracas' from our last post on the subject, BBC concluded their investigation and found that Clarkson did in fact verbally and then physically insult a staff member on set after completing a taping session. The actual confrontation is reported to be over the fact that Clarkson was upset that there were no steak and chips at the hotel they were staying at, as they had quit serving hot food.
In a move somewhat unexpected by many fans however, BBC has said they plan to continue production of Top Gear without Clarkson. They're looking for a suitable replacement and have reportedly been looking at radio star Chris Evans for filling that role.
It's no secret though that BBC is likely to see some massive backlash from fans at their decision. Also in speculation is whether Hammond and May will also leave the show to follow Clarkson who certainly will have no shortage of offers.
Do you think the right choice was made? What do you think the overall result of the BBC's decision will be to the Top Gear series?
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