Jeremy Clarkson, born 11 April 1960, is an English television presenter and writer specializing in motoring. He writes weekly columns for "The Sunday Times" and "The Sun", but is best known for his role in the BBC television show Top Gear, which won an international Emmy in 2005. Jeremy's "worldview" is more linked to "hedonism". and “high life,” which is the principle that you should do what makes you feel happy. Jeremy speaks his mind and doesn't hesitate, nor does he notice if people are offended by his bold statements. Based on Jeremy's life experiences, I believe his worldview fits best with the "PERSONAL EXPRESSION" component of the Streng 5-module model. His worldview is influenced by two aspects. One his passion for motoring, and two his ability to make the normal things in life more fun and joyful for himself and others. Jeremy does and says what he wants, regardless of the consequences, and goes through life with the intention of achieving as much happiness as possible. In doing so, it creates humor and funny instances. This can be seen through his entertaining articles and television programs. In many cases Jeremy has been criticized by the public for his outspoken opinions on life topics such as religions, race and sexuality which he incorporates through his passion for vehicles. While this may sometimes offend, it brings a lighter side to life by using humor. Jeremy can take usually serious situations and circumstances that influence one's attitude and beliefs about world values and turn them into comical experiences, demonstrating his preference for the worldview of PERSONAL EXPRESSION. Although he receives constant criticism from the public, he continues to uphold his values and beliefs. An example of Jeremy's bold actions, done just for fun, is shown in an instance where he buys a brand new car and then destroys it with a sledgehammer as soon as he buys it from a local dealership. He described the vehicle as “Built without soul, without talent and without passion; like a washing machine or a refrigerator” and “An unimaginative piece of junk.” Jeremy also describes Porsches as "Volkswagen Beetles" and thinks they are useless and stupid. Jeremy described General Motors, a division of Holden, as a “pension and healthcare” company that sees the “automotive side of the business as an expensive loss-making nuisance”.”.
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