Archive · 9 Nov 2025
Quentin Willson, ‘Top Gear’ Host and Motoring Journalist, Dies at 68
Quentin Willson, a famous British TV host and car expert, has passed away at the age of 68.
Many people knew him from car shows like 'Top Gear' and 'Britain's Worst Driver.'
His family announced he died peacefully at home after being sick with lung cancer for a short time.
He was described as a "true national treasure" who loved sharing his knowledge about cars with everyone.
His former co-hosts on 'Top Gear,' Jeremy Clarkson and James May, shared kind words about him, remembering his humor and helpful advice.
Quentin Willson wasn't just a TV personality; he was also a former car dealer and a journalist.
He even worked with a group to help people with fuel costs.
He leaves behind his wife and three children.
Quentin Willson, a British TV host and motoring journalist famous for his work on 'Top Gear', has died at the age of 68.
His family announced he passed away peacefully after a brief illness with lung cancer.
Willson co-hosted the original BBC series of 'Top Gear' from 1991 to 2001.
He also presented other motoring shows such as 'Britain's Worst Driver' and 'Fifth Gear', and was a former car dealer.
Former 'Top Gear' colleagues Jeremy Clarkson and James May paid tribute to Willson, remembering his humor and advice.
- Who
- Quentin Willson
- What
- Died at the age of 68 after a brief illness with lung cancer.
- When
- News reported recently, though the exact date of death is not specified.
- Where
- United Kingdom
- Why
- Died due to a brief illness with lung cancer.
- Died
- Peacefully surrounded by family after a brief illness with lung cancer
- Age
- 68
- Known For
- Top Gear, Britain's Worst Driver, The Car's the Star, Fifth Gear, The Classic Car Show
- Career Highlights
- Co-hosted BBC's Top Gear (1991-2001), presenter on Fifth Gear, advocate for consumer parity, national spokesman for FairFuelUK
- Survivors
- Wife Michaela and three children