Jeremy Clarkson has joked that he should be put in charge of Iran, claiming that he receives more fan mail from the country than any other presenter on television. The former Top Gear host made the comment during a recent interview, suggesting that his outspoken style would be well-received in the Islamic republic.
Clarkson, known for his controversial remarks, has a long history of making offensive comments. In one incident, he joked about lorry drivers murdering prostitutes, which was cleared by Ofcom. He also faced backlash for comparing then-Prime Minister Gordon Brown to a “one-eyed Scottish idiot” and for making racist jokes about Mexicans, Indians, and Thais.
In 2014, Clarkson was given a final warning by the BBC after he was caught on camera reciting a racist nursery rhyme. He later wrote in the Sun that he would be sacked if he made one more offensive remark. Despite this, he continues to make provocative statements.
Clarkson’s latest joke about leading Iran comes as no surprise to those familiar with his career. He has previously called for public sector workers to be shot and described the burka as ineffective. His comments have often led to apologies from the BBC and complaints to Ofcom.
