Clarkson’s Farm star Kaleb Cooper announces huge career move – and it’s worlds away from beloved TV show
CLARKSON’s Farm star Kaleb Cooper has announced a huge career move that’s world’s away from the TV show.
The 24-year-old shot to fame after landing a role on Sun columnist Jeremy’s Amazon Prime show.
It sees Jezza, 63, attempt to run a farm in the countryside while having no previous experience in farming.
Viewers of the show will know that Kaleb has been Jeremy’s right-hand man throughout the series so far.
He’s become popular for his gags and observations at the former Top Gear‘s stars attempts to become a fully fledged farmer.
But now he’s landed a brand new role that’s away from the TV series – but still keeping with the farming theme,
Kaleb has revealed he’s teamed up with the Royal Agricultural University to launch a bursary.
It will offer the chance to another farm enthusiast to follow in his footsteps.
Speaking about the new bursary, Kaleb said: “Farming is who I am. Encouraging the younger generation into agriculture has always been so important to me.
“I feel lucky that I knew my path from such an early age and want to help spread that passion and drive.
“Launching this bursary means so much, as it can support students who want to pursue an agricultural career or who might be struggling to get into farming.”
Sharing the announcement on his official Instagram account, the entrepreneur said the “Kaleb Cooper Bursary” will be open for Royal Agricultural University students to apply this September.
His fans have flooded the comments with praise, with one saying: “Congrats! I have a huge admiration for all agricultural workers, because it’s bloody hard work.”
A second said: “This is absolutely incredible! Congratulations.”
“That’s awesome, Caleb! You’re doing great things for the farming community,” said a third.
While a fourth said: “Well done!!! Giving back is a rare, yet honorable trait! You rock!”
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