Richard Hammond Announces Split from Wife After 28 Years as Top Gear Star Issues Statement

What Happened?

Richard Hammond and Amanda "Mindy" have announced their split after an "amazing 28 years together". Mindy reportedly demanded the divorce and "wanted him gone," according to a source.

The Statement

Hammond shared a statement on his social media account confirming the split and asking for privacy. The couple mentioned that they will continue to be a family but structured differently.

Details of the Split

Mindy is asking to keep the £7million Bollitree Castle estate as part of their split settlement. The couple bought the estate in 2008 and have two daughters, Izzy and Willow.

Family Life

Their daughter Izzy, 24, still lives at the estate and works with her dad at his garage. Willow, 22, lives separately in a rented home in Gloucestershire and is passionate about horse riding.

Richard Hammond's Career

Hammond found fame on local radio before joining Top Gear. He went on to present The Grand Tour on Amazon and other TV shows like Brainiac and Total Wipeout.