The surge followed the release of the final two episodes of Clarkson’s Farm series five, in which Clarkson’s health battle was featured.
The presenter, who is also known for Top Gear, The Grand Tour and Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?, has received widespread support from viewers and fellow public figures since the programme aired.
Speaking about Clarkson’s condition, his Clarkson’s Farm colleague Kaleb Cooper has said: “He’s in good form, he’s in good spirits.
“So yeah, all is good.
“It’s like reliving it again in a way, because the show is filmed a year in advance.
“The only thing I can say is that as a friend and as a, I would say a close friend, I’m supportive in every way.
“I’ve been there for the whole of that journey and I’m still here to this very day.”
Cooper, who manages operations at Clarkson’s Diddly Squat Farm and has become one of the breakout stars of Clarkson’s Farm, was shown becoming emotional during the series after learning of his colleague’s diagnosis.
The scene quickly gained attention online after the episodes were released.
Prostate Cancer UK said the increase in people using its risk checker reflected growing public awareness generated by high-profile figures discussing their experiences with the disease.
The charity’s figures showed a marked increase in engagement immediately after Clarkson’s diagnosis became public through the programme.
The NHS and Prostate Cancer UK also reported increased interest and inquiries after the broadcast, as viewers sought information about symptoms, testing and risk factors.
News of his diagnosis spread rapidly across social media and news outlets after the episodes became available on Wednesday.
Clarkson has not made any public statement since the episode aired, although messages of support from members of the public and celebrities have continued to appear online and on his social media after the broadcast.
He did post on Instagram the last episodes of the latest series were a “really difficult” watch.
The latest series of Clarkson’s Farm has again drawn significant attention for its focus on the realities of farming life, while also documenting major developments in Clarkson’s personal life and health.
The programme remains one of Amazon Prime Video’s most successful factual entertainment series.
- Bang Showbiz
