Despite his ongoing divorce, Richard Hammond’s career is looking up as his hit show, Richard Hammond’s Workshop, has been renewed for a fifth season
The future of Richard Hammond’s solo TV project has been secured, despite the ongoing personal challenges he’s facing amid his divorce from his estranged wife, Mindy. Earlier this year, it emerged that Richard, 55, had moved out of the grand family home they shared, a castle in the countryside, after Mindy reportedly reached her limit and decided to end their marriage.
However, in a positive turn of events for Richard, his well-loved motoring series, Richard Hammond’s Workshop, has been officially renewed for another season.
The popular show, which showcases Richard’s passion for classic cars as he restores and repairs them, has proven to be a hit among viewers. Richard will be back on screens for a fifth series, which was confirmed after the show’s success on both Quest TV and Discovery+.
First launched in 2021, Richard Hammond’s Workshop debuted alongside Richard’s newly established restoration business, The Smallest Cog, which has since captured the interest of fans around the world. The fifth season will see Richard continuing his work with vintage cars and tackling new restoration projects.
An insider told The Sun: “Richard Hammond’s Workshop has become one of Discovery+’s most popular factual programs and is among the platform’s top performers. It’s been so successful that the network has ordered eight more episodes for the upcoming season. Richard is thrilled to be back in the studio and looking forward to continuing his work.
“His daughter Izzy will also return to the show, bringing her tech-savvy skills to help modernize both the business and its digital presence. The fifth series is expected to air later this year, with a release date in October.” In 2021, Mindy, now 59, also made a brief appearance on the show during its first season, contributing to the family dynamic on screen.
On top of this, Richard has also recently reunited with his long-time friend and former Top Gear co-host, James May, for a special project. The two took a sentimental journey back to the iconic Top Gear studios at Dunsfold Aerodrome, which had been left behind since the show’s earlier years.
This reunion, part of James May’s YouTube series Planet Gin, had the two reminiscing about their time filming at the location. Reflecting on the familiar surroundings, James, 62, commented: “That’s the old Top Gear studio.
“And that’s the old Top Gear green room.” Richard added, “It’s a strange feeling to be here. It feels really odd,” as both hosts expressed their mixed emotions about returning to the place where they spent so many years working together.
While Richard’s personal life may be in the midst of upheaval, his professional career continues to thrive, and fans are eager to see what’s next for Richard Hammond’s Workshop.
With his daughter Izzy’s involvement and the promise of more classic car restorations, the upcoming season is expected to build on the series’ popularity and reach new heights.
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