Quick Info
| Profession | Television presenter, journalist, author |
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| Nationality | British |
| Date of Birth | 16/01/1963 |
| Age | 63 years |
| Birthplace | Bristol, England |
Latest News about James May
19/08/2026
James May appeared in a YouTube video about the new Fiat Grande Panda, continuing his motoring commentary work online. Coverage of the video noted that it was published on his channel in August 2026 and drew attention for his comparison of the car to earlier Panda models.
05/08/2026
Reports circulated online claiming James May had died, but the story was later identified as a hoax. He was confirmed to be alive and well after the false report spread on social media and celebrity-news sites.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | James Daniel May |
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| Known For | Co-presenting Top Gear and The Grand Tour |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 1.83 m |
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Educational Qualification(s)
| Alma Mater | Lancaster University |
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Personal Life
| Residence | Hammersmith, London |
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| Marital Status | Unmarried |
Relationships & More
| Partner | Sarah Frater |
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Family
| Father | James May |
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| Mother | Kathleen |
| Siblings | Two sisters and one brother |
Career
| Notable Works |
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| Years Active | 1980s–present |
Social Media
| X | https://x.com/MrJamesMay |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He is also a qualified pilot. | |
| 2. He has written columns for newspapers and motoring magazines. | |
| 3. He is known by the nickname Captain Slow. |