Jeremy Clarkson reveals coincidence that potentially saved his life

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29 May 2026 • 4:31 PM MYT
The Independent
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Jeremy Clarkson reveals coincidence that potentially saved his life

  • Jeremy Clarkson has revealed the lucky coincidence that potentially saved his life after he underwent a health scare.
  • Clarkson underwent a heart procedure in October 2024, with doctors informing him he was potentially days away from a heart attack due to blocked arteries.
  • Speaking on the experience in the first episode of Clarkson’s Farm season five, the host credits a coincidence of noticing pins and needles while on his phone for prompting him to seek medical attention.
  • His heart had three compromised arteries, with one completely blocked, leading to insufficient blood supply.
  • Surgeons inserted stents to clear the blockages, avoiding open-heart surgery, with Clarkson attributing the issue to stress from opening his pub, The Farmer's Dog.

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