Chris Evans Quits BBC's Top Gear After Ratings Slump
It's not clear whether Matt LeBlanc will continue without him
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Brief answer
- Chris Evans previously fronted the BBC Two Top Gear relaunch starting in 2015 and stepped down in mid-2016 amid ratings concerns. Since then, Top Gear has continued with new lineups led by other hosts, not Evans. To get the very latest piece of news about him and any current involvement with Top Gear, please check the BBC Top Gear site or major entertainment news outlets.
Context and background
- Evans was announced as the lead host of the revamped Top Gear in 2015, signing a multi-year deal. This marked a major re-launch of the show after the Clarkson–May–Hammond era. He stated he would do his best to carry the show forward [reported coverage around 2015–2016].
- He stepped down from Top Gear in July 2016, citing that he had given it his best shot and that stepping aside would help the show, with other cast members continuing on the program [reported coverage around 2016].
- After Evans’ exit, the show continued with other hosts and iterations, as the Top Gear format evolved under different presenting teams.
Where to check for the latest
- Top Gear official website: topgear.com
- BBC News entertainment section
- Reputable entertainment outlets (BBC, Time, The Guardian, Variety, etc.)
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