Television personality and farmer Jeremy Clarkson has disclosed a highly unusual consequence of his significant weight loss, attributing it to the medication Mounjaro. The 65-year-old star of Clarkson's Farm reported that he has shed an impressive three stone in just six months after beginning the treatment, a decision prompted by a serious heart scare.
A Health Wake-Up Call
Clarkson's journey with the weight loss injection began following a medical emergency that he described as nearly fatal. While on holiday in the Seychelles in 2025, a failed dive left him struggling, and days later at his Cotswolds home, he experienced chest tightness and numbness. Rushed to hospital, a scan revealed two critically blocked arteries, likely a legacy of his past habit of smoking 40 cigarettes a day. Surgeons inserted two stents to prop open the blood vessels, with a doctor starkly warning he was potentially just "days away" from a fatal event.
The Unexpected Side Effect: Shrinking Feet
While many are familiar with common side effects of such medications, Clarkson highlighted a surprising physical change. "I've had to have completely new outfits, because even my feet have shrunk," he explained. "The shoes I was wearing last year are falling off me as I'm walking around." He humorously suggested he might be the first person to lose weight from his feet. Beyond his footwear, the presenter noted his weight loss has now plateaued, but the appetite-suppressing qualities of Mounjaro have prevented any regain, leading him to call it an "astonishing drug."
Life After the Jab: Mood and Mobility
Clarkson discussed other potential impacts of the treatment with characteristic wit. He said his partner, model and actress Lisa Hogan, 51, has remarked he seems a bit grumpier, though he conceded that could simply be his age. He also questioned whether a slightly dulled mental sharpness was due to the jab or natural ageing. Despite these reflections, the benefits are clear. His mobility has greatly improved, allowing him to take his dogs out for longer walks, which he says keeps Hogan happy. He joked that while he is now closer in physique to model David Gandy than a year ago, the progress is akin to the slow movement of tectonic plates.
Embracing his healthier lifestyle, Clarkson continues to manage his diverse portfolio of nine jobs, from farming and pub landlord to writing and television presenting. He firmly believes staying active in work is crucial for his wellbeing, stating that without it, he'd lack purpose. His experience with Mounjaro and its unexpected side effects marks a significant new chapter in his very public life.
