The BBC is pumping the brakes on Top Gear.
The British public broadcaster announced Tuesday that the veteran car show — which airs Stateside on BBC America and was most recently hosted by Freddie Flintoff, Paddy McGuinness and Chris Harris — is being put on “rest” for the foreseeable future.
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“Given the exceptional circumstances, the BBC has decided to rest the U.
The British public broadcaster announced Tuesday that the veteran car show — which airs Stateside on BBC America and was most recently hosted by Freddie Flintoff, Paddy McGuinness and Chris Harris — is being put on “rest” for the foreseeable future.
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“Given the exceptional circumstances, the BBC has decided to rest the U.
- 11/21/2023
- by Ryan Schwartz
- TVLine.com
Following the launch of Formula for Success in February, former F1 team owner, Eddie Jordan has signed to continue to co-host the weekly podcast with David Coulthard until March 2024. In the podcast, which has been nominated for Sports Podcast of the Year in the Broadcast Sport Awards, the pair share their opinions on life inside and outside of the F1 paddock.
- 10/11/2023
- by PodcastingToday
- Podcastingtoday
Who doesn’t love watching a series that tells the true-life (or at least somewhat true-life) stories of real people? That’s what HBO’s hit series “Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty” provides for NBA fans, Angelenos and TV viewers alike.
“Winning Time” doesn’t feature any of the real-life people that the series depicts, though some of the actors bear striking resemblances to their counterparts.
The show has a massive cast, with Quincy Isaiah (Earvin “Magic” Johnson”), John C. Reilly (Jerry Buss), Adrien Brody (Pat Riley) and others taking center stage as leads. There were also newcomers who stepped onto the court as guest stars for the second season, included Joel Allen as Kurt Rambis, Jay Davis as Byron Scott, Quentin Shropshire as James Worthy, Matthew Barnes as Mitch Kupchak, Darryl Reynolds as Robert Parish, Andrew Stephens as Kevin McHale and Larry C. Fields III as Eddie Jordan.
“Winning Time” doesn’t feature any of the real-life people that the series depicts, though some of the actors bear striking resemblances to their counterparts.
The show has a massive cast, with Quincy Isaiah (Earvin “Magic” Johnson”), John C. Reilly (Jerry Buss), Adrien Brody (Pat Riley) and others taking center stage as leads. There were also newcomers who stepped onto the court as guest stars for the second season, included Joel Allen as Kurt Rambis, Jay Davis as Byron Scott, Quentin Shropshire as James Worthy, Matthew Barnes as Mitch Kupchak, Darryl Reynolds as Robert Parish, Andrew Stephens as Kevin McHale and Larry C. Fields III as Eddie Jordan.
- 9/9/2023
- by Raquel 'Rocky' Harris
- The Wrap
It’s showtime! Earvin “Magic” Johnson, Jerry Buss and the rest of the Lakers squad is back for a second season of “Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty.”
Viewers got to get a glimpse into executive producer Adam McKay’s portrayal of the Lakers golden era and the drama that came with it. This time around fans will get to see even more of the Lakers legacy. Newcomers are stepping onto the court as guest stars, including Joel Allen as Kurt Rambis, Jay Davis as Byron Scott, Quentin Shropshire as James Worthy, Matthew Barnes as Mitch Kupchak, Darryl Reynolds as Robert Parish, Andrew Stephens as Kevin McHale and Larry C. Fields III as Eddie Jordan.
The show announced on Aug. 24, 2022 that it started production, and it’s making its return on Sunday, Aug. 6 at 9:00 p.m. Et/Pt on HBO and will also be available to stream on Max.
Viewers got to get a glimpse into executive producer Adam McKay’s portrayal of the Lakers golden era and the drama that came with it. This time around fans will get to see even more of the Lakers legacy. Newcomers are stepping onto the court as guest stars, including Joel Allen as Kurt Rambis, Jay Davis as Byron Scott, Quentin Shropshire as James Worthy, Matthew Barnes as Mitch Kupchak, Darryl Reynolds as Robert Parish, Andrew Stephens as Kevin McHale and Larry C. Fields III as Eddie Jordan.
The show announced on Aug. 24, 2022 that it started production, and it’s making its return on Sunday, Aug. 6 at 9:00 p.m. Et/Pt on HBO and will also be available to stream on Max.
- 8/5/2023
- by Raquel "Rocky" Harris
- The Wrap
The ladies of The Real Housewives of Potomac already came to blows during part 1 of the explosive reunion last week — and in People’s exclusive sneak peek of Sunday’s closer, the gloves come off as accusations of infidelity fly.
The most shocking? Charrisse Jackson-Jordan’s claim that the Grand Dame of Potomac Karen Huger — who has been married to her husband Raymond for more than 20 years — has been unfaithful, with a secret boyfriend on the side.
“People say you have a boyfriend. Do I talk about that?” Jackson-Jordan says. “Blue Eyes or whatever his name is?”
The accusation sends...
The most shocking? Charrisse Jackson-Jordan’s claim that the Grand Dame of Potomac Karen Huger — who has been married to her husband Raymond for more than 20 years — has been unfaithful, with a secret boyfriend on the side.
“People say you have a boyfriend. Do I talk about that?” Jackson-Jordan says. “Blue Eyes or whatever his name is?”
The accusation sends...
- 7/14/2017
- by Dave Quinn
- PEOPLE.com
After a season of intense arguments and shifting friendships, the ladies of The Real Housewives of Potomac have a lot of drama to unpack — and People has an exclusive First Look at all the juicy blowouts from the two-part reunion.
Gizelle Bryant, Ashley Darby, Robyn Dixon, Karen Huger, Charrisse Jackson-Jordan and Monique Samuels are all back for the catch-up, and each lady brings her own gripes to the table.
The biggest conflict appears to involve Potomac Grand Dame of Potomac Huger and Jackson-Jordan, longtime friends who had a few falling-outs this season (who can forget their big Bahamas brawl?). This time,...
Gizelle Bryant, Ashley Darby, Robyn Dixon, Karen Huger, Charrisse Jackson-Jordan and Monique Samuels are all back for the catch-up, and each lady brings her own gripes to the table.
The biggest conflict appears to involve Potomac Grand Dame of Potomac Huger and Jackson-Jordan, longtime friends who had a few falling-outs this season (who can forget their big Bahamas brawl?). This time,...
- 6/29/2017
- by Dave Quinn
- PEOPLE.com
Charrisse Jackson-Jordan is one of the main cast members on The Real Housewives of Potomac. Previously, she had been married to basketball coach Eddie Jordan, but over the course of the reality TV show, that relationship has come to a conclusion. Now as then, Jackson-Jordan remains a devoted mother to her two teenage children as well as a socialite of note in the region. Here are 5 things that you may or may not have known about Charrisse Jackson-Jordan: Her Name Means Grace Charrisse as well as other names with similar spellings can trace their origins to the Greek Kharis,
Five Things You Didn’t Know about Charrisse Jackson-Jordan...
Five Things You Didn’t Know about Charrisse Jackson-Jordan...
- 6/25/2017
- by Nat Berman
- TVovermind.com
Ever wonder what it's really like to live like royalty? Well, according to this new video posted to the Prince's Palace of Monaco's Facebook page on Thursday, it's pretty amazing. In the video, which is in celebration of Monaco's 75th Grand Prix, Princess Charlene and her husband, Prince Albert II, open up about the prestigious and glamorous event. While Charlene arrives by boat (and stuns in a gorgeous halter top, sunglasses, and red lipstick), Albert flies in on a helicopter. The couple then join past Grand Prix winners David Coulthard and Mark Webber at the Monaco Yacht Club to talk about their favorite memories from the auto race's past. The video, which could easily double as a Hollywood film, also features appearances by Irish racing legend Eddie Jordan and sports journalist Steve Jones. Watch the rare glimpse into royal life above!
- 6/1/2017
- by Caitlin Hacker
- Popsugar.com
Princess Charlene Perfectly Channels a Glam Bond Girl in Stunning Video for Monaco’s 75th Grand Prix
Princess Charlene is going Bond!
In honor of Monaco’s 75th Grand Prix, held last weekend, Prince Albert and Princess Charlene took part in a special tribute, a brief 7-minute video, boasting all the romance and glamour of a Bond film.
With Charlene (who stuns in a chic halter top and glamorous shades!) arriving by boat and Albert in a helicopter, the couple joined past Monaco Grand Prix winners David Coulthard and Mark Weber at the Monaco Yacht Club. There, in a rare and captivating glimpse, the relaxed royal couple shared memories of the world’s most prestigious auto race...
In honor of Monaco’s 75th Grand Prix, held last weekend, Prince Albert and Princess Charlene took part in a special tribute, a brief 7-minute video, boasting all the romance and glamour of a Bond film.
With Charlene (who stuns in a chic halter top and glamorous shades!) arriving by boat and Albert in a helicopter, the couple joined past Monaco Grand Prix winners David Coulthard and Mark Weber at the Monaco Yacht Club. There, in a rare and captivating glimpse, the relaxed royal couple shared memories of the world’s most prestigious auto race...
- 6/1/2017
- by Peter Mikelbank
- PEOPLE.com
Top Gear will return to television a night earlier than previously scheduled. That announcement was made late last week with a new video. The new season will feature Matt LeBlanc as host.BBC America also shared a press release detailing the new premiere night and season ahead. Check both the press release and the video out below.BBC America will premiere the new season of Top Gear on a new date and night - Sunday, March 12, at 8/7c followed by after show Extra Gear.Hosts:The car show sees Matt LeBlanc, Chris Harris and Rory Reid at the helm, with appearances from German race ace Sabine Schmitz, F1 pundit Eddie Jordan, and the international man of mystery referred to only as 'The Stig,' because that's his name.Road...
- 2/27/2017
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
The word on the street is … they’re the word on the street!
When Bravo first premiered The Real Housewives of Potomac, they ran a cheeky “Where’s Potomac?” campaign responding to viewers’ confusion over the location of the Maryland-based Housewives franchise. But after season 1, the Washington, D.C., suburb was officially on the map.
Now, the wealthy inhabitants of Rhop are back for even more superior shade in season 2 — and People has the exclusive First Look!
Original Housewives Gizelle Bryant, Ashley Darby, Robyn Dixon, Karen Huger and Charrisse Jackson-Jordan are all back for another round of fun — joined by new Housewife Monique Samuels,...
When Bravo first premiered The Real Housewives of Potomac, they ran a cheeky “Where’s Potomac?” campaign responding to viewers’ confusion over the location of the Maryland-based Housewives franchise. But after season 1, the Washington, D.C., suburb was officially on the map.
Now, the wealthy inhabitants of Rhop are back for even more superior shade in season 2 — and People has the exclusive First Look!
Original Housewives Gizelle Bryant, Ashley Darby, Robyn Dixon, Karen Huger and Charrisse Jackson-Jordan are all back for another round of fun — joined by new Housewife Monique Samuels,...
- 2/21/2017
- by Dave Quinn
- PEOPLE.com
"You ready?" BBC America has released a new preview for the upcoming season of Top Gear featuring Matt LeBlanc.In September, we reported that LeBlanc would return for the 24th season of the car show. The Friends star joined the UK program last season after regular hosts Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May left. Regular contributors Chris Harris, Rory Reid, Eddie Jordan, Sabine Schmitz, and The Stig are all returning for the new season.Read More…...
- 12/29/2016
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
It's official: He'll be there for you. Matt LeBlanc is returning to host the 24th season of the Top Gear TV show on BBC America and BBC Two.Also returning are Chris Harris and Rory Reid with regular appearances from Eddie Jordan, Sabine Schmitz, and The Stig. Get the details from this BBC press release.Read More…...
- 9/26/2016
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Matt LeBlanc will host one of the most-watched shows in the world, Top Gear, the BBC announced on Monday.
In a statement, Patrick Holland, Channel Editor, BBC Two said, "I am thrilled that Matt LeBlanc is returning to Top Gear. He's a huge talent whose love of cars is infectious. I can't wait for the series to return to BBC Two next year."
LeBlanc has agreed a two series deal beginning next year and will be joined by Chris Harris and Rory Reid, with regular appearances from others including ex-race car driver Eddie Jordan and German motor-racing pro Sabine Schmitz.
In a statement, Patrick Holland, Channel Editor, BBC Two said, "I am thrilled that Matt LeBlanc is returning to Top Gear. He's a huge talent whose love of cars is infectious. I can't wait for the series to return to BBC Two next year."
LeBlanc has agreed a two series deal beginning next year and will be joined by Chris Harris and Rory Reid, with regular appearances from others including ex-race car driver Eddie Jordan and German motor-racing pro Sabine Schmitz.
- 9/26/2016
- by Simon Perry, @SPerryPeoplemag
- People.com - TV Watch
Matt LeBlanc will host one of the most-watched shows in the world, Top Gear, the BBC announced on Monday. In a statement, Patrick Holland, Channel Editor, BBC Two said, "I am thrilled that Matt LeBlanc is returning to Top Gear. He's a huge talent whose love of cars is infectious. I can't wait for the series to return to BBC Two next year." LeBlanc has agreed a two series deal beginning next year and will be joined by Chris Harris and Rory Reid, with regular appearances from others including ex-race car driver Eddie Jordan and German motor-racing pro Sabine Schmitz.
- 9/26/2016
- by Simon Perry, @SPerryPeoplemag
- PEOPLE.com
(Lone) gentleman, start your engine: Matt LeBlanc will return as the sole host of “Top Gear” for at least two more seasons, the BBC confirmed Monday morning. Previously, it was unclear if the “Friends” star would be the face of the BBC Two series’ upcoming 24th season. The show’s ratings weren’t very good after Jeremy Clarkson and the boys left, and LeBlanc himself was cagey about a comeback when asked recently by TV critics. Still, it’s on, and LeBlanc will be joined by Chris Harris and Rory Reid, with regular appearances from Eddie Jordan, Sabine Schmitz and The Stig.
- 9/26/2016
- by Tony Maglio
- The Wrap
The BBC has confirmed that Matt LeBlanc will return to host Top Gear under a two-season deal. The first will air next year. LeBlanc co-fronted the most recent season of the flagship BBC Two motoring show with Chris Evans who abruptly departed in July. The next season, which is Cycle 24, will see LeBlanc joined by members of Cycle 23’s team, Chris Harris and Rory Reid, along with regular appearances from Eddie Jordan, Sabine Schmitz and The Stig. The Top Gear reboot this…...
- 9/26/2016
- Deadline TV
How you doin'? Back in July, after Chris Evans' departure from the Top Gear TV show on BBC America and BBC Two was announced, Variety reported it had confirmed Matt LeBlanc would return. Last week at the TCA's though, LeBlanc said that while he would like to return, nothing had been officially decided. The cast also includes presenters Rory Reid, Sabine Schmitz, Eddie Jordan, and Chris Harris.LeBlanc's new Man with a Plan TV show comedy premieres on CBS on October 24th. The sitcom has first crack at the Friends veteran's availability. Digital Spy made an inquiry to the BBC, to suss out whether LeBlanc and the rest of the crew would return for Top Gear,...
- 8/17/2016
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
The BBC's Top Gear TV show, which has been renewed for a 24th season, will not replace Chris Evans, who announced his exit on July 4th. Matt LeBlanc will return as host, when production begins in September, Variety has confirmed. The original UK version of Top Gear airs on BBC Two in UK and BBC America in the Us.Presenters Eddie Jordan, a Formula 1 commentator; German racer Sabine Schmitz; motoring journalist Chris Harris; and car reviewer Rory Reid are also expected to return for Top Gear, season 24.Read More…...
- 7/7/2016
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Chris Evans, who left the Top Gear TV series after one season, dedicated the July 5th broadcast of his BBC Radio 2 Weekday Breakfast Show to BBC Two's Top Gear TV program (which has just finished its 23rd season on BBC America) and encouraged his listeners to "move on."Matt LeBlanc, Eddie Jordan, Sabine Schmitz, and automobile journalists Chris Harris and Rory Reid worked with Evans in season 23, as well as anonymous test-driver, the Stig.Read More…...
- 7/7/2016
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
2016-07-06T09:02:45-07:00Matt LeBlanc Gets 'Top Gear' All to Himself
A representative for Matt LeBlanc last week denied rumors that the actor had issued an ultimatum to the producers of Top Gear, saying that the actor did not, as was widely reported, threaten to leave the show if his co-host, Chris Evans, was not fired. Denials aside, Evans was, in fact, fired this week, leaving LeBlanc as the sole host of the BBC auto series.
LeBlanc's addition to the series this season was part of a retooling of the show that included the installation of Evans as host. However, the new format proved extremely unpopular, and the series' ratings have been in freefall. Evans was the target of most most fan criticism, and he was first to go as producers attempted to fix the problem.
LeBlanc will return as host next season, with...
A representative for Matt LeBlanc last week denied rumors that the actor had issued an ultimatum to the producers of Top Gear, saying that the actor did not, as was widely reported, threaten to leave the show if his co-host, Chris Evans, was not fired. Denials aside, Evans was, in fact, fired this week, leaving LeBlanc as the sole host of the BBC auto series.
LeBlanc's addition to the series this season was part of a retooling of the show that included the installation of Evans as host. However, the new format proved extremely unpopular, and the series' ratings have been in freefall. Evans was the target of most most fan criticism, and he was first to go as producers attempted to fix the problem.
LeBlanc will return as host next season, with...
- 7/6/2016
- by Evan Gillespie
- Yidio
Chris Evans is leaving the original Top Gear TV show which airs on BBC Two in UK and BBC America, stateside, after only one season (the program's 23rd). Has the Top Gear TV franchise stalled? The Us version of Top Gear was unceremoniously cancelled by the History channel, last week; it will be shopped to other outlets.Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May left the UK series at the end of season 22. Evans, Matt LeBlanc, Eddie Jordan, Sabine Schmitz, and automobile journalists Chris Harris and Rory Reid were featured in the most recent season, with, of course, anonymous test-driver, the Stig.Read More…...
- 7/5/2016
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Chris Evans has stepped down as a cohost of the BBC’s Top Gear, following weeks and weeks of rumors that there was friction between him and fellow presenter Matt LeBlanc.
Stepping down from Top Gear. Gave it my best shot but sometimes that's not enough. The team are beyond brilliant, I wish them all the best.
— Chris Evans (@achrisevans) July 4, 2016
As recently as late June, there was talk that LeBlanc had threatened to walk away from the motoring series himself, due to what sources called a “frosty” atmosphere among the presenters as well as Evans’ jealousy toward his castmates.
Stepping down from Top Gear. Gave it my best shot but sometimes that's not enough. The team are beyond brilliant, I wish them all the best.
— Chris Evans (@achrisevans) July 4, 2016
As recently as late June, there was talk that LeBlanc had threatened to walk away from the motoring series himself, due to what sources called a “frosty” atmosphere among the presenters as well as Evans’ jealousy toward his castmates.
- 7/4/2016
- TVLine.com
Newly minted “Top Gear” host Chris Evans is leaving the show after just one season. “Stepping down from Top Gear. Gave it my best shot but sometimes that’s not enough. The team are beyond brilliant, I wish them all the best,” Evans tweeted on Monday. “Full steam ahead then with Radio 2, CarFest, Children In Need, 500 Words and whatever else we can dream up in the future.” Evans partnered with Matt LeBlanc as the new hosts of the long-running BBC series earlier this year. Their team also included Formula 1 commentator Eddie Jordan, world record-breaking German racing driver Sabine Schmitz, auto journalist.
- 7/4/2016
- by Joe Otterson
- The Wrap
When Top Gear returns in May, it will be followed by new after show, Extra Gear. Rory Reid is set to host with footage, interviews, films and behind-the-scenes access to the revamped motoring series. In the U.S., it will air on BBC America and online in the UK on BBC Three and iPlayer. Reid is one of the new hosts of the main program, alongside Chris Evans, Matt LeBlanc, Eddie Jordan, Sabine Schmitz and Chris Harris. He was recruited to Top Gear from the 2015 public…...
- 4/27/2016
- Deadline TV
[caption id="attachment_47960" align="aligncenter" width="590"] Matt LeBlanc and the Ariel Nomad in Morocco. Credit: Roderick Fountain. © BBC Worldwide Ltd. 2016./caption]
Watch BBC America's latest promo for the upcoming season of its Top Gear TV show. The new Top Gear teaser features host, Matt LeBlanc, taking on the wild Ariel Nomad, "a bundle of powerful off-road madness."
After squeezing himself into the driver's seat, LeBlanc and the Nomad head-off for a lively (and "fairly dusty") adventure through the Moroccan desert. The new Top Gear cast also includes: Eddie Jordan, Sabine Schmitz, Chris Harris, Rory Reid, and Chris Evans (not the Avenger).
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Watch BBC America's latest promo for the upcoming season of its Top Gear TV show. The new Top Gear teaser features host, Matt LeBlanc, taking on the wild Ariel Nomad, "a bundle of powerful off-road madness."
After squeezing himself into the driver's seat, LeBlanc and the Nomad head-off for a lively (and "fairly dusty") adventure through the Moroccan desert. The new Top Gear cast also includes: Eddie Jordan, Sabine Schmitz, Chris Harris, Rory Reid, and Chris Evans (not the Avenger).
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- 4/26/2016
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
[caption id="attachment_46625" align="aligncenter" width="590"] Top Gear's New Team: Rory Reid, Sabine Schmitz, Matt LeBlanc, Chris Evans, Chris Harris, Eddie Jordan, and The Stig. Credit: © BBC Top Gear Magazine./caption]
Matt LeBlanc is in top form and Top Gear. Below, watch the new trailer for BBC America's Top Gear TV series. Wearing a stars and stripes safety helmet and some sort of fuzzy light brown jacket, that we will just assume is trimmed with faux fur, the new Top Gear co-host says, "I'm going to have a good long talk with the wardrobe department -- with a stick." The helmet, may we add, matches the Friends' alum's ride.
The new Top Gear cast includes: Eddie Jordan, Sabine Schmitz, Chris Harris, Rory Reid, Chris Evans (not the Captain America one), and Matt LeBlanc.
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Matt LeBlanc is in top form and Top Gear. Below, watch the new trailer for BBC America's Top Gear TV series. Wearing a stars and stripes safety helmet and some sort of fuzzy light brown jacket, that we will just assume is trimmed with faux fur, the new Top Gear co-host says, "I'm going to have a good long talk with the wardrobe department -- with a stick." The helmet, may we add, matches the Friends' alum's ride.
The new Top Gear cast includes: Eddie Jordan, Sabine Schmitz, Chris Harris, Rory Reid, Chris Evans (not the Captain America one), and Matt LeBlanc.
Read More…...
- 4/1/2016
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
In the first trailer for the new season of “Top Gear,” it’s all about the cars. New hosts Chris Evans and Matt LeBlanc take to the streets — and the famed “Top Gear” track — in some incredibly powerful, high-performance automobiles. They will be joined by Formula 1 commentator Eddie Jordan, world record-breaking German racing driver Sabine Schmitz, auto journalist and YouTube star Chris Harris, and car reviewer and TV presenter Rory Reid. Also Read: Jeremy Clarkson Settles Lawsuit With 'Top Gear' Producer And of course, nothing to do with “Top Gear” would be complete without an appearance by everybody’s favorite driver: The Stig.
- 3/31/2016
- by Joe Otterson
- The Wrap
Joey Tribbiani is doing it London-style, baby!
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Matt LeBlanc is behind the wheel of a Reliant Rialto in BBC America’s first trailer for Top Gear Season 23 (premiering in May). The Episodes star joins British TV personalities Chris Evans and Rory Reid, Formula 1 commentator Eddie Jordan, German racer Sabine Schmitz and motoring journalist Chris Harris as a presenter on the revamped automobile program.
LeBlanc’s decision to join the show comes on the heels of a recent indication that Season 5 of Episodes will be its last, which has all...
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Matt LeBlanc is behind the wheel of a Reliant Rialto in BBC America’s first trailer for Top Gear Season 23 (premiering in May). The Episodes star joins British TV personalities Chris Evans and Rory Reid, Formula 1 commentator Eddie Jordan, German racer Sabine Schmitz and motoring journalist Chris Harris as a presenter on the revamped automobile program.
LeBlanc’s decision to join the show comes on the heels of a recent indication that Season 5 of Episodes will be its last, which has all...
- 3/31/2016
- TVLine.com
Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines—the new hosts of Top Gear have been found. Hot on the heels of Friends star Matt LeBlanc joining the series, BBC America announced Formula 1 commentator Eddie Jordan, world record-breaking racing driver Sabine Schmitz, journalist Chris Harris and car reviewer Rory Reid will join the series alongside Chris Evans (sorry, not that one.) "We really do have a bit of everything for everyone," Evans said in a statement. "A fellow lifelong petrolhead from the other side of the pond in Matt; a fearless speed-demon in the irrepressible and effervescent Sabine; the encyclopedic, funny and wonderfully colorful character that is Ej; Chris, one of the world's top no-nonsense car...
- 2/11/2016
- E! Online
BBC America revealed the five additional hosts who will join Chris Evans and Matt LeBlanc on the relaunch of “Top Gear” on Thursday. Formula 1 commentator Eddie Jordan, world record-breaking German racing driver Sabine Schmitz, auto journalist and YouTube star Chris Harris, and car reviewer and TV presenter Rory Reid will all join the long-running U.K. car series. Jordan is a Dublin-born entrepreneur who has flirted with cars all his life. As owner of the former Jordan Grand Prix team, he gave many of the world’s most iconic drivers their first taste of the most powerful and loudest starting grid on the planet.
- 2/11/2016
- by Joe Otterson
- The Wrap
After putting Matt LeBlanc in one of the driver’s seats last week as co-host of the BBC’s new Top Gear, the broadcaster has filled out the rest of the roster. Chris Evans and LeBlanc will be joined by Motorsport guru and Formula 1 commentator Eddie Jordan; world record-breaking German racing driver Sabine Schmitz; motoring journalist and YouTube petrolhead Chris Harris; and car reviewer and TV presenter Rory Reid. The new team will cover the entire automotive spectrum…...
- 2/11/2016
- Deadline TV
Fans following this year's Formula 1 season coverage will be able to choose from a selection of different cameras for viewing the action.
BBC Sport will provide unprecedented live streams from several parts of Grand Prix tracks on web-enabled devices.
There are now five different video options on top of the usual live TV coverage, with viewers able to watch from the pit-lane camera, follow the driver tracker or watch a stream from on-board cameras.
Options to watch TV pictures with Radio 5 live commentary over the top and a timing screen are also available.
The all-access coverage will be open to audiences through the BBC Sport website and via the BBC Sport apps for mobiles, tablets and connected TVs. The live pit-lane camera will also be available through the red button.
For race weekends hosted by Sky Sports, the BBC's website will include live audio from Radio 5 alongside text commentary. Highlights...
BBC Sport will provide unprecedented live streams from several parts of Grand Prix tracks on web-enabled devices.
There are now five different video options on top of the usual live TV coverage, with viewers able to watch from the pit-lane camera, follow the driver tracker or watch a stream from on-board cameras.
Options to watch TV pictures with Radio 5 live commentary over the top and a timing screen are also available.
The all-access coverage will be open to audiences through the BBC Sport website and via the BBC Sport apps for mobiles, tablets and connected TVs. The live pit-lane camera will also be available through the red button.
For race weekends hosted by Sky Sports, the BBC's website will include live audio from Radio 5 alongside text commentary. Highlights...
- 3/4/2014
- Digital Spy
Suzi Perry, Allan McNish and Tom Clarkson have all signed up to the BBC's team for coverage of the 2013 Formula 1 season.
Former MotoGP presenter Perry takes over as BBC F1 lead anchor from Jake Humphrey, who has left the corporation to join BT Sport.
Eddie Jordan remains with the BBC as chief analyst, and Ben Edwards once again leads the television commentary with ex-F1 driver David Coulthard.
Lee McKenzie heads the pit lane team for television, but she will now be backed by F1 journalist Tom Clarkson, who joins the BBC as a pit lane reporter. Gary Anderson returns as technical analyst across television, radio and online coverage.
On Radio 5 Live, James Allen will once more act as correspondent and commentator, with Jennie Gow as pit lane reporter.
Former F1 driver Allan McNish will appear on Radio 5 Live for at least six Grands Prix this season as an expert analyst,...
Former MotoGP presenter Perry takes over as BBC F1 lead anchor from Jake Humphrey, who has left the corporation to join BT Sport.
Eddie Jordan remains with the BBC as chief analyst, and Ben Edwards once again leads the television commentary with ex-F1 driver David Coulthard.
Lee McKenzie heads the pit lane team for television, but she will now be backed by F1 journalist Tom Clarkson, who joins the BBC as a pit lane reporter. Gary Anderson returns as technical analyst across television, radio and online coverage.
On Radio 5 Live, James Allen will once more act as correspondent and commentator, with Jennie Gow as pit lane reporter.
Former F1 driver Allan McNish will appear on Radio 5 Live for at least six Grands Prix this season as an expert analyst,...
- 3/6/2013
- Digital Spy
Suzi Perry, Allan McNish and Tom Clarkson have all signed up to the BBC's team for coverage of the 2013 Formula 1 season.
Former MotoGP presenter Perry takes over as BBC F1 lead anchor from Jake Humphrey, who has left the corporation to join BT Sport.
Eddie Jordan remains with the BBC as chief analyst, and Ben Edwards once again leads the television commentary with ex-F1 driver David Coulthard.
Lee McKenzie heads the pit lane team for television, but she will now be backed by F1 journalist Tom Clarkson, who joins the BBC as a pit lane reporter. Gary Anderson returns as technical analyst across television, radio and online coverage.
On Radio 5 Live, James Allen will once more act as correspondent and commentator, with Jennie Gow as pit lane reporter.
Former F1 driver Allan McNish will appear on Radio 5 Live for at least six Grands Prix this season as an expert analyst,...
Former MotoGP presenter Perry takes over as BBC F1 lead anchor from Jake Humphrey, who has left the corporation to join BT Sport.
Eddie Jordan remains with the BBC as chief analyst, and Ben Edwards once again leads the television commentary with ex-F1 driver David Coulthard.
Lee McKenzie heads the pit lane team for television, but she will now be backed by F1 journalist Tom Clarkson, who joins the BBC as a pit lane reporter. Gary Anderson returns as technical analyst across television, radio and online coverage.
On Radio 5 Live, James Allen will once more act as correspondent and commentator, with Jennie Gow as pit lane reporter.
Former F1 driver Allan McNish will appear on Radio 5 Live for at least six Grands Prix this season as an expert analyst,...
- 3/6/2013
- Digital Spy
A shortlist of candidates to replace Jake Humphrey as BBC F1 anchor has reportedly been drawn up. Former BBC Moto Gp anchor Suzi Perry, current BBC F1 pitlane reporter Lee McKenzie and BBC Radio 5 Live's Mark Pougatch are said to be in contention to succeed Humphrey, who is taking up a new job fronting BT Vision's Premier League football coverage.
[Left: Suzi Perry / Right: Lee McKenzie] The Daily Telegraph reports that BBC bosses are favouring a female anchor to work alongside existing pundits David Coulthard and Eddie Jordan. Perry is believed to be the frontrunner, (more)...
[Left: Suzi Perry / Right: Lee McKenzie] The Daily Telegraph reports that BBC bosses are favouring a female anchor to work alongside existing pundits David Coulthard and Eddie Jordan. Perry is believed to be the frontrunner, (more)...
- 12/7/2012
- by By Kate Goodacre
- Digital Spy
Add documentary narrator to the list of things Michael Fassbender is probably better at than you’ll ever be.
The Golden Globe nominated actor who starred in Inglourious Basterds, X-Men: First Class, Shame, and an upcoming untitled Terrence Malick film, will now provide narration via his timbre British accent to a documentary about Formula 1 racing entitled 1.
Fassbender was picked for the job because he himself is actually a Formula 1 racing fanatic.
Official synopsis:
“Produced by Exclusive Media’s documentary feature film label Spitfire Pictures (Academy Award winning Undefeated) with Flat-Out Films and Diamond Docs, “1” is an action documentary that brings the glamour, speed, danger, and excitement of Formula One™ Grand Prix racing to the big screen. The high octane film includes never-before-seen archive footage, a rich soundtrack and the most impressive list of Formula 1™ interviewees ever assembled, including 12 world champions past and present. Their names include: Sir Jackie Stewart, Mario Andretti,...
The Golden Globe nominated actor who starred in Inglourious Basterds, X-Men: First Class, Shame, and an upcoming untitled Terrence Malick film, will now provide narration via his timbre British accent to a documentary about Formula 1 racing entitled 1.
Fassbender was picked for the job because he himself is actually a Formula 1 racing fanatic.
Official synopsis:
“Produced by Exclusive Media’s documentary feature film label Spitfire Pictures (Academy Award winning Undefeated) with Flat-Out Films and Diamond Docs, “1” is an action documentary that brings the glamour, speed, danger, and excitement of Formula One™ Grand Prix racing to the big screen. The high octane film includes never-before-seen archive footage, a rich soundtrack and the most impressive list of Formula 1™ interviewees ever assembled, including 12 world champions past and present. Their names include: Sir Jackie Stewart, Mario Andretti,...
- 11/15/2012
- by Matt Granados
- LRMonline.com
Long time Formula 1. enthusiast and Golden Globe nominated actor, Michael Fassbender, has signed on to narrate Exclusive Media.s Spitfire Pictures. new documentary film .1., it was announced today by the film.s producer and Exclusive Media co-chairman Nigel Sinclair and fellow producer Michael Shevloff together with director Paul Crowder.
Fassbender is the German-Irish actor who stars in Inglourious Basterds, X-men: First Class and Prometheus. For his acclaimed performance in Shame he won the Best Actor Award at the Venice Film Festival and was nominated for a Golden Globe and BAFTA Award. He recently completed shooting Terrence Malick.s latest and untitled film with Ryan Gosling, Rooney Mara and Natalie Portman and will shortly begin production on Jane Got A Gun also starring Natalie Portman and X-men: Days Of Future Past.
.We are honored that Michael has agreed to lend his voice to our film. He is one of the most...
Fassbender is the German-Irish actor who stars in Inglourious Basterds, X-men: First Class and Prometheus. For his acclaimed performance in Shame he won the Best Actor Award at the Venice Film Festival and was nominated for a Golden Globe and BAFTA Award. He recently completed shooting Terrence Malick.s latest and untitled film with Ryan Gosling, Rooney Mara and Natalie Portman and will shortly begin production on Jane Got A Gun also starring Natalie Portman and X-men: Days Of Future Past.
.We are honored that Michael has agreed to lend his voice to our film. He is one of the most...
- 11/14/2012
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
The news was not a shock. Eddie Jordan on the BBC website was the first to reveal Hamilton and Mercedes were in negotiations, and with each passing interview with Martin Whitmarsh or Lewis Hamilton, I never had the feeling either British party was going all in to sign on the dotted line.
The first thought that comes to mind is money. Reports are mixed as to which team – McLaren or Mercedes – offered the largest basic salary. The Telegraph pointed to sources saying Mercedes were offering close to £60million over three years, an increase on Hamilton’s current £15million a season deal with McLaren. The Woking based team, on the other hand, were looking to make economies. Ron Dennis said his contract was signed during less austere times, indicating McLaren were looking to offer the former World Champions less money. The signing of the talented Sergio Perez, backed by Carlos Slim’s billions,...
The first thought that comes to mind is money. Reports are mixed as to which team – McLaren or Mercedes – offered the largest basic salary. The Telegraph pointed to sources saying Mercedes were offering close to £60million over three years, an increase on Hamilton’s current £15million a season deal with McLaren. The Woking based team, on the other hand, were looking to make economies. Ron Dennis said his contract was signed during less austere times, indicating McLaren were looking to offer the former World Champions less money. The signing of the talented Sergio Perez, backed by Carlos Slim’s billions,...
- 9/30/2012
- by Alan Frost
- Obsessed with Film
Gerard Butler will be taking part in tonight’s “The Legends” Celtic vs Manchester United charity match in Glasgow.
Butler – a lifelong Celtic fan – will join stars such as Kyle Falconer, Gordon Strachan, Billy Connolly, Wayne Rooney, Rod Stewart, Eddie Jordan, Sharleen Spiteri, Dougray Scott and Paolo Nutini in giving his support to the match.
The Celtic Charity Fund has taken the decision to make Oxfam’s East Africa Famine Appeal the event’s main charitable beneficiary. With ITV broadcasting the match live from Celtic Park, stars from football and entertainment will be out in force at Celtic Park to back the campaign.
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Butler – a lifelong Celtic fan – will join stars such as Kyle Falconer, Gordon Strachan, Billy Connolly, Wayne Rooney, Rod Stewart, Eddie Jordan, Sharleen Spiteri, Dougray Scott and Paolo Nutini in giving his support to the match.
The Celtic Charity Fund has taken the decision to make Oxfam’s East Africa Famine Appeal the event’s main charitable beneficiary. With ITV broadcasting the match live from Celtic Park, stars from football and entertainment will be out in force at Celtic Park to back the campaign.
Read more...
- 8/9/2011
- Look to the Stars
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