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Personal Info

Gender

Male

Birthday

1951-10-29 (73 years old)

Place of Birth

Havant, Hampshire, England

Tiff Needell

Biography:

Timothy Richard "Tiff" Needell is a British former racing driver and television personality, best known for his time in Formula 1 and for co-presenting the popular car show Fifth Gear. Born on October 28, 1951, in the UK, Needell began his racing career in the early 1970s and competed in F1 during the 1980s, driving for teams like Osella and Toleman. While he didn't achieve significant success in F1, he gained recognition for his versatility and technical skills. After his racing career, Needell transitioned to television, where he became a familiar face in the motorsport world, offering insights into cars, racing, and automotive culture.

Known For

Acting

2020

2014

2002

Fifth Gear as Self - Host
Top Gear as Self

2001

2000

1999

1997

1995

1994

Ready Steady Cook as Self - Contestant

1978

Top Gear as Self - Host
Top Gear as Self - Presenter

Crew

1978

Top Gear as Presenter