Opinion: Jimmy Carr’s Abrasive Style May Signal Trouble for Revived Top Gear

Columnist Pat Stacey questions whether the comedian's controversial persona and abrasive presentation style can successfully anchor the long-running automotive series' return.

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Pat Stacey: Top Gear has had a string of controversies – but if the BBC hire Jimmy Carr to present it, it might be the end of the road

The comedian is known to be a car enthusiast (and he’s called Carr) but his abrasive style is bound to turn off some viewers

By Patrick Stacey

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Opinion: Jimmy Carr’s Abrasive Style May Signal Trouble for Revived Top Gear

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Pat Stacey: Top Gear has had a string of controversies – but if the BBC hire Jimmy Carr to present it, it might be the end of the road

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