September 22, 2006
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China Blog: Day 28
14:36 Beijing Time
Phrase Of The Day: Tingzhi Dianniu! (Stop Press!)
Well, folks… it has just been brought to my attention that Richard Hammond has suffered a serious accident while filming Top Gear. Currently, he is in a coma, and things look very, very serious indeed.
Richard Hammond has always been something of an idol of mine- a fellow
short-statured journalist (heck, we’d stand shoulder-to-shoulder if
ever we met. Go the 5’7″ journos!) who’s irrepressible sense of humour
has brightened up many a dull University afternoon. So to hear that
something so tragic could happen while doing what he loves best is
beyond saddening. Top Gear would never be the same again if Richard
weren’t involved. He’s a bloke I admire, respect, and wish all the best
for a speedy recovery.For what little it means, my thoughts go out to his wife and children,
and I’ll be rooting for him to pull through all the way. C’mon,
Hamster! You can do it!
Comments (4)
Agreed. He’s cute. I hope he gets well soon!
You are super cool!
I heard tonight that he is out of intensive care so hopefully he’ll recover – I like his work, hope he can carry on producing it.
Even better news. . . this morning it’s reported that he has been out of bed on his feet and was talking to Jeremy Clarkson . . .although a little groggy!!! an understatement I’ll bet!
But alas . . . for “Top Gear”, I get the feeling it might get pulled co’s it was reported that Clarkson has been fighting to keep it afloat . . . hope it stays?
Good to read your blogs Scott . . . “Haway the Lads”
Jeff & Pauline UK