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My Take
Collins makes me grin. A genuinely accomplished racing driver from Bristol, he spent years as The Stig, the anonymous white-helmeted driver on Top Gear from 2003 to 2010. I love the theatrical conceit of a real, versatile pro, comfortable in everything from Formula Three and Indy Lights to sportscars and GTs, hiding his identity behind a visor. The Exeter education hints there's a sharp mind behind the speed, and his stunt work shows true all-around mastery behind the wheel. He embodies the petrolhead dream, and I have real respect for anyone who can drive absolutely anything fast.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Ben Collins
- Name (Japanese)
- ベン・コリンズ
- Reading
- べん・こりんず
- Born
- February 13, 1975 (age 51)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Aquarius / Rabbit
- Origin
- Bristol, Avon, United Kingdom
- Blood type
- Private
- Height
- Private
- Agency
- Private
- Occupation
- racing driver / television presenter / stunt performer / racing automobile driver
2. Background
- Elementary school
- Private
- Junior high
- Private
- High school
- Private
- University
- University of Exeter
3. Relationships
- Spouse
- Private
- Children
- Private
- Parents
- Private
- Siblings
- Private
4. Personality
Motto
Private
6. Links
Frequently asked questions
When was Ben Collins born?
Born February 13, 1975 (age 51).
Where is Ben Collins from?
Ben Collins is from Bristol, Avon, United Kingdom.
What does Ben Collins do?
Ben Collins works as racing driver, television presenter, stunt performer, racing automobile driver.
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7. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-17
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public items are marked "Private / Unknown". English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.