Kaleb Cooper Opens Up About Stress and Migraine After Tough Day
A Difficult Day on the Farm
Kaleb Cooper, one of the breakout stars of Clarkson’s Farm, has revealed that he was left with a pounding migraine after what he described as a “stressful day.”
The 27-year-old farmer shared an update with fans on his Instagram Stories, posting a photograph of himself sitting in front of a large tractor wheel. Alongside the image, he wrote:
“Stressful day today. Now have the biggest migraine ever.”
Though Kaleb didn’t go into detail about what had made the day particularly challenging, his post struck a chord with followers, many of whom are familiar with the demanding realities of agricultural life.
Opening Up About Pressure
This isn’t the first time the Chipping Norton native has been candid with his fans. Kaleb has often spoken openly about the pressures of farming, as well as the new opportunities that fame has brought him since appearing alongside Jeremy Clarkson on Prime Video’s hit series.
In earlier interviews, Kaleb admitted that while he is proud of his career progression, the spotlight and busy schedule sometimes leave him feeling overwhelmed.
Life on Tour
One of the biggest changes for Kaleb came when he embarked on his sold-out national theatre tour, The World According to Kaleb. The tour gave audiences a glimpse into his life, from his farming knowledge to personal anecdotes about his unexpected rise to fame.
Reflecting on the experience, Kaleb said:
“I’m a little bit more comfortable in terms of travel and I did love meeting lots of farmers around the UK. You learn so much stuff—for example, I learned how onions are grown! And I went to goat farms where they milk goats and make cheese. It’s definitely given me a morale boost—I can do it, Kaleb!”
Challenges Along the Way
But the tour wasn’t without its hurdles. Kaleb revealed that one stop in Manchester left him feeling unsettled.
“I did have one meltdown in Manchester,” he admitted. “By that point, the tour bus was my comfort zone. I knew I could open the door and be straight outside. But there, they put me in a hotel on the 50th floor. When I opened my door, I was in a narrow corridor, and it freaked me out. So I ended up going out and sitting outside from 5am, just knowing that I could get out and away if I needed to.”
This candid admission highlighted the personal challenges Kaleb continues to face as he balances the demands of public appearances with his preference for open fields and fresh air.
From Farmhand to Fan Favourite
Kaleb’s journey began long before Clarkson’s Farm cameras started rolling. Raised in Chipping Norton, he was already working the land when Jeremy Clarkson purchased Diddly Squat Farm. His no-nonsense approach and sharp agricultural know-how quickly made him a fan favourite after the show’s debut in 2021.
Since then, Kaleb has authored books, connected with thousands through his speaking tour, and continued to lend his expertise at Diddly Squat Farm—where Clarkson has expanded operations to include The Farmer’s Dog pub.
A Bright Future, Despite the Stress
Although stress and the occasional migraine seem to come with the territory, Kaleb’s honesty and resilience have only deepened his bond with fans. His updates—whether about farm struggles, tour life, or personal reflections—remind audiences that even as fame grows, he remains deeply rooted in the farming world that first defined him.
