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Metro
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Clarkson's Farm star worried about being 'out of a job' after major decision
Jeremy Clarkson has admitted a major decision he made about the future of Clarkson's Farm has left a key member of staff worried they're 'out of a job'. The former Top Gear presenter, 65, has been leading the Amazon Prime Video farming series ever since its debut in 2021 – running for four seasons now. Clarkson's Farm focuses on daily events at the TV host's Diddly Squat farm in the Cotswolds, giving an inside view into the state of farming in modern Britain. One of the TV show's rising stars, Kaleb Cooper, was already working on the Chipping Norton farm before Jeremy took over, and has stayed on ever since. However, Jeremy's decision to invest in a driverless tractor has left the 26-year-old farm hand worried that he'll be 'out of a job' in the near future. Explaining his choice, the former BBC host said that leaving the tractor to get on with drilling and rolling the fields will give him and Kaleb more time to do other jobs. In The Times, he said: 'It normally takes 20 hours with a three-metre cultivator to prepare the 200 acres we use every year for growing pasta and lager. 'And then it takes about 10 hours to plant the actual seeds. That's 30 hours of me just sitting there, in a bouncy tractor, going up and down endlessly. 'I miss bits. I cock up turns and corners. An autonomous tractor would not make mistakes like this and it would not get bored. It doesn't need to stop for a wee and it does not need to sleep. He continued: 'Kaleb hates it. He says it'll put him out of a job. [But] I've pointed out – he could turn up at someone's farm, set it off, and then go to someone else's farm with his normal tractor and get paid twice.' It's natural for Kaleb to be worried considering the Clarkson's Farm series has seen him go from earning 50p an hour on some days, due to the unpredictable nature of farming, to becoming a millionaire. In 2022, he revealed: 'I was working for myself. It's like a little bit of a new business idea that I'm doing, buying calves in and then feed them on milk, which costs me about £200 a calf, then selling them at nine months. 'I'm trying to get a profit and see if it will work. I worked it out the other day, do you know how much my hourly rate is, how much I pay myself? 50p an hour.' However, Kaleb quickly got to work turning his screen time into more cash in his bank, first releasing a book titled The World According to Kaleb, which sold 150,000 copies. More Trending Two more books followed – Britain According to Kaleb: The Wonderful World of Country Life and Life According to Kaleb – before a UK tour got under way. His tactics were clearly working in 2024, as his company Kaleb Cooper Productions Ltd's 2024 annual filing hit £908,860 in cash and assets. That was an an increase of £242,000 from the previous year. His second firm Kaleb Cooper Holdings Ltd also has more than £46,000. View More » Watch Clarkson's Farm on Amazon Prime Video. 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: The 'best horror film of 2025' has arrived on Amazon Prime's Shudder MORE: Escape this weekend's heatwave to binge all 8 episodes of 'tear-jerking' Amazon Prime thriller MORE: 'I beat the system and proved I didn't need a TV licence'
The Irish Sun
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Clarkson's Farm beauty Harriet Cowan hits back at sexist stereotypes, saying ‘Not all farmers are 60 year old men'
HARRIET Cowan has hit back at sexist stereotypes after joining the cast of Clarkson's Far. 9 Harriet Cowan is the newest member of the team at Diddly Squat Credit: YouTube 9 She quickly settled into farm life at Diddly Squat as Jeremy needed help when Kaleb was away Credit: YouTube 9 The farming personality wants to challenge stereotypes around the industry Credit: Instagram In series four of the show, the former Grand Tour star needed help to run His trusted right-hand man Kaleb Cooper was touring the country with his one-man show, The World According to Kaleb. As the farm hand travelled around the UK meeting his adoring fans, life became difficult for Jezza on Clarkson's Farm. Jeremy became overwhelmed as he tried to operate machinery, drive his new tractors, and deal with the animals with little success. READ MORE ON CLARKSON'S FARM So he brought in Derbyshire native When Kaleb eventually returned, although he was wary at first, they soon became acquainted as they developed a friendship. They even helped each other Harriet has received plenty of attention since her appearance on the show, and she says she wants to challenge farming stereotypes. Most read in News TV She told "A lot of the time that is it, but us women are out here and farmers too. Clarkson's Farm's Kaleb Cooper REPLACED by glam new farmhand in new series - as Jeremy's Top Gear co-star makes cameo "Just because I'm a small, blonde that likes to curl her hair and wear make-up , it doesn't mean I can't be a farmer." She added: "I'm trying to change the norm of the man being the farmer and the woman being the stay-at-home wife and cook. "When the war was on, women did all the farming, so we have always farmed - it's just changing that stereotype." Initially, the blonde bombshell was approached to join the Amazon Prime programme by another fan favourite, land agent Who is Clarkson's Farm star Kaleb Cooper? By Conor O'Brien Hailing from Chipping Norton, farmer The hit show follows Jeremy Clarkson in his journey managing Diddly Squat Farm - which he'd owned since 2008. Born and bred in the area, Kaleb has become Jeremy's right-hand man and sort of farming mentor. Viewers have watched the pair light-heartedly 'clash' - with Kaleb Three series have aired - with a fourth on the way - significantly raising Kaleb's public profile. Away from the screen, the farmer is also a father to two young children But it turns out, that she might not have known what she was signing up for, as she admitted that she had not even watched a single instalment of the factual reality show. Harriet revealed: "It worked so much better I think because I didn't know what to expect. I just went out and did what I'd do on my farm. "Every farm is slightly different but at the end of the day you all have the same goal. You're there to farm the land and look after your animals." She didn't even watch Top Gear growing up, so she looked at Jeremy as just another farm owner. Just because I'm a small, blonde that likes to curl her hair and wear make-up, it doesn't mean I can't be a farmer Harriet Cowan "Jeremy was no different," Harriet revealed. "He's the same as every other farmer I know. "He just wanted to achieve something with his farm and look after his animals and get the best out of it." She added: "Growing up, I never watched Top Gear and we don't watch a lot of TV, so he was just another farmer for me. Flat peak cap and a checked shirt. "Genuinely, that man just wants to achieve something with his farm. He really does want to learn as well, which is the best bit for me." Meet the cast of Clarkson's Farm Clarkson's Farm began streaming in 2021 and follows Jeremy Clarkson and his team managing Diddly Squat Farm in the Cotswolds. Here's a 'who's who' of faces in the Clarkson's Farm cast. Jeremy Clarkson: Presenter and journalist; also known for Top Gear, The Grand Tour and Who Wants to be a Millionaire? A former actress and Jeremy's partner, who assists in the running of the farm shop. A young farm worker from Chipping Norton, who forms a double act with Jeremy on-screen. He's later promoted to farm manager in series three. Gerald Cooper: Specialist in the construction and maintenance of dry stone walls and the farm's "head of security". Of no relation to Kaleb. Charlie Ireland: Nicknamed "Cheerful Charlie", a professional land agent who advises Jeremy on land management. 9 Kalep Cooper left Jeremy to tend to the land alone as he went on tour Credit: PA 9 When he returned, he developed a friendship with his newest colleague as they dealt with the 'psycho' pig together Credit: Amazon Prime 9 The new Amazon Prime star noted that women became farmers during the war Credit: YouTube 9 She says that Jeremy is like any other farm owner Credit: YouTube 9 She also never eve watched an episode of Top Gear Credit: Instagram 9 Harriet also admitted that she was first approached by land agent Charlie Ireland and had never seen the show before Credit: Instagram You can watch the first part of series four of Clarkson's Farm now on Amazon Prime
Scottish Sun
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Clarkson's Farm beauty Harriet Cowan hits back at sexist stereotypes, saying ‘Not all farmers are 60 year old men'
She was approached to join the team by land agent Charlie Ireland DIDDLY SQUAT! Clarkson's Farm beauty Harriet Cowan hits back at sexist stereotypes, saying 'Not all farmers are 60 year old men' HARRIET Cowan has hit back at sexist stereotypes after joining the cast of Clarkson's Far. The blonde beauty is the newest addition to the selection of farm hands that help out Jeremy Clarkson on his 1,000 acre Oxfordshire site. Advertisement 9 Harriet Cowan is the newest member of the team at Diddly Squat Credit: YouTube 9 She quickly settled into farm life at Diddly Squat as Jeremy needed help when Kaleb was away Credit: YouTube 9 The farming personality wants to challenge stereotypes around the industry Credit: Instagram In series four of the show, the former Grand Tour star needed help to run Diddly Squat. His trusted right-hand man Kaleb Cooper was touring the country with his one-man show, The World According to Kaleb. As the farm hand travelled around the UK meeting his adoring fans, life became difficult for Jezza on Clarkson's Farm. Jeremy became overwhelmed as he tried to operate machinery, drive his new tractors, and deal with the animals with little success. Advertisement So he brought in Derbyshire native Harriet, who got stuck right into farm life. When Kaleb eventually returned, although he was wary at first, they soon became acquainted as they developed a friendship. They even helped each other deal with a particularly difficult pig as Jeremy stood back. Harriet has received plenty of attention since her appearance on the show, and she says she wants to challenge farming stereotypes. Advertisement She told The BBC: "I think when you talk to somebody and ask what they stereotypically think of when someone says farmer they say '60-year-old man with a checked shirt and a beer belly', "A lot of the time that is it, but us women are out here and farmers too. Clarkson's Farm's Kaleb Cooper REPLACED by glam new farmhand in new series - as Jeremy's Top Gear co-star makes cameo "Just because I'm a small, blonde that likes to curl her hair and wear make-up, it doesn't mean I can't be a farmer." She added: "I'm trying to change the norm of the man being the farmer and the woman being the stay-at-home wife and cook. Advertisement "When the war was on, women did all the farming, so we have always farmed - it's just changing that stereotype." Initially, the blonde bombshell was approached to join the Amazon Prime programme by another fan favourite, land agent Charlie Ireland. Who is Clarkson's Farm star Kaleb Cooper? By Conor O'Brien Hailing from Chipping Norton, farmer Kaleb Cooper shot to fame by appearing in Prime Video series Clarkson's Farm. The hit show follows Jeremy Clarkson in his journey managing Diddly Squat Farm - which he'd owned since 2008. Born and bred in the area, Kaleb has become Jeremy's right-hand man and sort of farming mentor. Viewers have watched the pair light-heartedly 'clash' - with Kaleb usually ridiculing Jeremy's efforts. Three series have aired - with a fourth on the way - significantly raising Kaleb's public profile. Away from the screen, the farmer is also a father to two young children But it turns out, that she might not have known what she was signing up for, as she admitted that she had not even watched a single instalment of the factual reality show. Harriet revealed: "It worked so much better I think because I didn't know what to expect. I just went out and did what I'd do on my farm. Advertisement "Every farm is slightly different but at the end of the day you all have the same goal. You're there to farm the land and look after your animals." She didn't even watch Top Gear growing up, so she looked at Jeremy as just another farm owner. Just because I'm a small, blonde that likes to curl her hair and wear make-up, it doesn't mean I can't be a farmer Harriet Cowan "Jeremy was no different," Harriet revealed. "He's the same as every other farmer I know. "He just wanted to achieve something with his farm and look after his animals and get the best out of it." Advertisement She added: "Growing up, I never watched Top Gear and we don't watch a lot of TV, so he was just another farmer for me. Flat peak cap and a checked shirt. "Genuinely, that man just wants to achieve something with his farm. He really does want to learn as well, which is the best bit for me." Meet the cast of Clarkson's Farm Clarkson's Farm began streaming in 2021 and follows Jeremy Clarkson and his team managing Diddly Squat Farm in the Cotswolds. Here's a 'who's who' of faces in the Clarkson's Farm cast. Jeremy Clarkson: Presenter and journalist; also known for Top Gear, The Grand Tour and Who Wants to be a Millionaire? Presenter and journalist; also known for Top Gear, The Grand Tour and Who Wants to be a Millionaire? Lisa Hogan: A former actress and Jeremy's partner, who assists in the running of the farm shop. A former actress and Jeremy's partner, who assists in the running of the farm shop. Kaleb Cooper: A young farm worker from Chipping Norton, who forms a double act with Jeremy on-screen. He's later promoted to farm manager in series three. A young farm worker from Chipping Norton, who forms a double act with Jeremy on-screen. He's later promoted to farm manager in series three. Gerald Cooper: Specialist in the construction and maintenance of dry stone walls and the farm's "head of security". Of no relation to Kaleb. Specialist in the construction and maintenance of dry stone walls and the farm's "head of security". Of no relation to Kaleb. Charlie Ireland: Nicknamed "Cheerful Charlie", a professional land agent who advises Jeremy on land management. 9 Kalep Cooper left Jeremy to tend to the land alone as he went on tour Credit: PA 9 When he returned, he developed a friendship with his newest colleague as they dealt with the 'psycho' pig together Credit: Amazon Prime Advertisement 9 The new Amazon Prime star noted that women became farmers during the war Credit: YouTube 9 She says that Jeremy is like any other farm owner Credit: YouTube 9 She also never eve watched an episode of Top Gear Credit: Instagram 9 Harriet also admitted that she was first approached by land agent Charlie Ireland and had never seen the show before Credit: Instagram Advertisement You can watch the first part of series four of Clarkson's Farm now on Amazon Prime
Daily Record
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Jeremy Clarkson's farmhand 'saves his life' before emotional goodbye as future on show 'revealed'
Harriet Cowan, 24, was drafted in to help Jeremy Clarkson run his Cotswolds farm when farm manager Kaleb Cooper was unable to film with the Amazon show for a number of episodes. It appears unlikely that Harriet Cowan, the 24 year old TikTok sensation who lent a helping hand to Jeremy Clarkson in season four of Clarkson's Farm, will be making a comeback in the upcoming season. Harriet stepped in as a farmhand on the Amazon Prime Video show when Kaleb Cooper, the 26 year old manager, was unable to participate in several episodes due to his one-man show tour. Upon Kaleb's return to Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, Harriet bid an emotional farewell to Jeremy. Jeremy, the long-time presenter of Top Gear, expressed his gratitude to Harriet, saying: "You saved my life. So, if we get stuck again, can we give you a call?" However, sources close to the production have revealed that there are currently "no plans" for Harriet, a Derbyshire native, to return in the ongoing series, which is set to continue into June, or in any potential future seasons, reports the Mirror. As an NHS nurse, Harriet had initially only intended to assist Jeremy, 65, during Kaleb's brief absence. According to a TV source who spoke to Mail Online: "Harriet only came on the show to help Jeremy while Kaleb was on tour. She finished filming as soon as he arrived back, leaving Kaleb to the job." The source added: "Jeremy was so grateful for Harriet's hard work and expertise, he will definitely call upon her services in the future whenever he needs an extra pair of hands, but at this stage there are no future plans for her to film Clarkson's Farm." The series, which kicked off in 2021, features Jeremy Clarkson honing his farming skills amidst the idyllic Cotswolds. Harriet, a farmer's daughter, demonstrated her impressive agricultural prowess during her brief stint on the programme. In a touching moment of departure with Jeremy, also famed for hosting Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?, Harriet is captured giving the celebrity a heartfelt embrace. He queries: "So, this is it, you're off back to Derbyshire?". He then expresses his gratitude, saying: "Well, listen you have been an absolute star, thanks ever so much for everything, you have been absolutely brilliant and best of luck. You saved my life, you did, you were brilliant, so listen if we get stuck again can I give you a call, let me rephrase that, when we get stuck again." Jeremy acquired the sprawling 1,000-acre farm back in 2008, which was around the time when a teenage Kaleb began working the land. Kaleb has since risen to fame through his appearances on Clarkson's Farm, penning his own books and embarking on tours with his show, The World According to Kaleb. Now a 26 year old media figure hailing from Chipping Norton, he was featured in the show's earlier seasons guiding Jeremy, a father of three, through essential farming tasks. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community!
Daily Mirror
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Future of Jeremy Clarkson's TikTok star recruit on Diddly Squat is made clear
Harriet Cowan, a TikTok star, "stepped in" to help Jeremy Clarkson during series four of Clarkson's Farm on Amazon Prime Video but the season ended with uncertainty on her future A TikTok star who "stepped in" to help Jeremy Clarkson during series four of Clarkson's Farm is unlikely to return for the next season, it is said. Harriet Cowan, 24, became a farmhand on the Amazon Prime Video programme when manager Kaleb Cooper, 26, was unable to appear in several episodes. Once Kaleb, who was absent due to touring in his one-man show, returned to Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, Harriet said an emotional goodbye to Jeremy. The presenter, who was on Top Gear for 25 years across two stints, told Harriet: "You saved my life. So, if we get stuck again, can we give you a call?" But sources close to the programme have told reporters there are "no plans" for the TikTok star, from Derbyshire, to return later this series, which continues into June, or any subsequent ones if they're confirmed. Harriet is an NHS nurse, who had only ever intended to support Jeremy, aged 65, during Kaleb's brief absence. A TV source told Mail Online: "Harriet only came on the show to help Jeremy while Kaleb was on tour. She finished filming as soon as he arrived back, leaving Kaleb to the job. "Jeremy was so grateful for Harriet's hard work and expertise, he will definitely call upon her services in the future whenever he needs an extra pair of hands, but at this stage there are no future plans for her to film Clarkson's Farm." The programme, which started in 2021, sees Jeremy master the art of farming in the picturesque Cotswolds. Harriet, whose dad is a farmer, showed extensive agricultural skills during her short time on the show. Parting ways with Jeremy, also host of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?, Harriet is filmed gibing the star a warm hug. He tells her: "So, this is it, you're off back to Derbyshire? "Well, listen you have been an absolute star, thanks ever so much for everything, you have been absolutely brilliant and best of luck. You saved my life, you did, you were brilliant, so listen if we get stuck again can I give you a call, let me rephrase that, when we get stuck again." Jeremy purchased the 1,000-acre farm in 2008 when the then teenage Kaleb worked on the land. He since has become a star in Clarkson's Farm, releasing his own books and touring with show, The World According to Kaleb. The 26-year-old media personality, born in Chipping Norton, was seen in the early seasons on the show teaching Jeremy, who has three children, how to carry out important agricultural duties.
