Sue Baker Cause of Death

Former Top Gear presenter Sue Baker, died on November 14, 2022, after a long battle with motor neurone disease. She was aged 67.

Baker died in her home, surrounded by her family members.

Her passing was announced on her Twitter via a statement that described her as a “talented and prolific writer, a charismatic TV presenter, and a passionate animal lover”.

She was a well respected figure whose career in automotive journalism was an envy of all.

“Thank you to everyone who has supported her over the last few years as she battled with MND”, the statement read.

Sue was one of the first few women who began journalism in the automotive industry, having worked at Top Gear as a presenter from 1980 to 1991.

As a motoring journalist, she appeared in 22 series of the show, and later went on to work with The Observer as a motoring editor for another 13 years.

Baker is survived by her children Ian and Hannah; her grandchildren Tom and George; and her daughter-in-law Lucy.