Jeremy Dickson Paxman is an English broadcaster, journalist and television personality who has held a number of lucrative jobs at Newsnight, BBC Radio Brighton, BBC America, BBC World and other networks. In addition, he is the author of several books, including Empire: What Ruling the World Did to the British, Friends in High Places: Who Runs Britain?, and A Higher Form of Killing.
Paxman went public with his diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease in 2021, but at the time his symptoms were described as mild. It was also established at this time that he was receiving treatment. Additionally, he reiterated his intention to continue writing and streaming for as long as his health allowed.
On August 16, 2022, Paxman announced that he was leaving the post he had held for almost 29 years as a member of the BBC. Although the precise cause is unknown, it could be related to his illness or his advanced age of 72 years. A new host will be introduced at the end of this week in his place.
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Jeremy Paxman Illness
Jeremy Paxman directly revealed that he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2021. In a statement, the former journalist and BBC University Challenge host said he was receiving good care and that his symptoms were not serious.
Discussing his situation in more detail, Jeremy told Saga Magazine that while he won’t pretend having an incurable brain disease is fun, things could be worse. “Not a terrible prognosis, but it sure can make life a bit difficult,” he wrote in his column. The TV personality went on to explain that he was lucky to at least have the comfort of being among his family and friends.
Shaking and stiffness are signs of Parkinson’s disease, which is an irreversible brain disease.
Jeremy Paxman has left the BBC Show, University Challenge: his replacement
On August 16, 2022, TV broadcaster Jeremy Paxman announced that after nearly 30 years he would no longer be hosting University Challenge. His replacement has already been found by the BBC, although it has not yet been made public.
Although Jeremy’s potential replacement for the quiz show has yet to be named by the BBC, let’s take a look at several alternatives. Question Time host Bruce is 2/1 to trail Paxman, according to Betfair. She is the most likely candidate as she already presents a few programs on the BBC.
Betting second favorite Richard Osman is not far behind at 3/1. Osman, who has found success as an author, announced his resignation from Pointless earlier this year. He was, however, convinced to host a different show besides House of Games. Only Connect host Victoria Coren Mitchell is third in line at 7/2 with Betfair. She also has the qualifications to lead the program. After Professor Brian Cox, who is 6/1, comes BBC News broadcaster Clive Myrie, who is 5/1.
Additionally, former Newsnight and Panorama hosts Mishal Hussain and Victoria Derbyshire are also 8/1. Upcoming Mock the Week hosts Dara O’Briain and Richard Ayoade are also listed for 9/1. June Sarpong and Kirsty Wark have been 12/1 since Wark replaced Paxman in a Children in Need program last year. Last but not least Boris Johnson, who will soon be out of work, is a 25/1 shot.
Girlfriend of Jeremy Paxman
Although it is unknown if Jeremy Paxman is dating, it is certain that he is not legally married. He and his previous longtime girlfriend of 34 years, Elizabeth Clough, ended their partnership in 2016.
The first time Elizabeth and Jeremy met was when they were both working for the BBC on Newsnight. They started dating along the road and eventually built a house in Stonor, south east Oxfordshire, but they never married. The couple’s children are twins Victoria and Jack, 26, and Jessica.
There were allegations that Jeremy was dating book editor Jillian Taylor, who was 29 years older than Jeremy, following her split from Elizabeth. When writing historical works like Empire: What Ruling the World Did to the British, he worked closely with her.
