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He said on Twitter after his episode that he would 'love' to be a host on the show.</p>  <p class="credits">Gareth Cattermole/Getty</p> </li> <li data-gallery-legend="3"> <h2> <span class="counter">3/8</span>  Jodie Kidd </h2>  <p>After spending months denying she'd do Top Gear, perhaps Jodie Kidd has changed her mind following Chris Evans' attempt. However, she's previously stated concerns that the show would 'take over her life' if she took the lead presenter role.</p>  <p class="credits">Anthony Harvey/Getty</p> </li> <li data-gallery-legend="4"> <h2> <span class="counter">4/8</span>  Jonathan Ross </h2>  <p>OK, so he's already been sacked by the Beeb once, but Jonathan Ross is still a bankable name. With rumours that his ITV chat show is going on a break, Wossy could potentially be available for the gig.</p>  <p class="credits">Tim P. Whitby/Getty</p> </li> <li data-gallery-legend="5"> <h2> <span class="counter">5/8</span>  Lewis Hamilton </h2>  <p>Another favourite from before Evans' appointment, now could be the time for Lewis Hamilton to step away from Formula 1 and into a presenting career. An F1 racer in the driving seat would certainly be a statement of intent going forward.</p>  <p class="credits">Mark Thompson/Getty</p> </li> <li data-gallery-legend="6"> <h2> <span class="counter">6/8</span>  Suzi Perry </h2>  <p>Suzi Perry's Grand Prix co-host Eddie Jordan is faring well on the new Top Gear, so who's to say she won't join him? She might have to give up on her F1 coverage to join the show though, which she might be reluctant to do.</p>  <p class="credits">Karwai Tang/Getty</p> </li> <li data-gallery-legend="7"> <h2> <span class="counter">7/8</span>  Paul Hollywood </h2>  <p>Self-professed 'car nut' Paul Hollywood fits the bill - a middle-aged BBC presenter, well-loved thanks to his role on the Bake Off. As long as he still had time for Mary Berry and the Bake Off tent, he'd be a good option.</p>  <p class="credits">Anthony Harvey/Getty</p> </li> <li data-gallery-legend="8"> <h2> <span class="counter">8/8</span>  Stephen Fry </h2>  <p>Why not mix things up and give Top Gear a more cerebral element? He's proved good value on Star in a Reasonably Priced Car, and should have more free time now he's done with QI.</p>  <p class="credits">Stuart C. Wilson/Getty</p> </li> </ul><div class="ad-mpu mpu5-container"> </div> </div> </div> </div></div></div> <p>LeBlanc joined Evans to present Top Gear after James May and Richard Hammond stepped down following the axing of Jeremy Clarkson.</p> <p>Evans was met with harsh criticism during his stint which saw viewers brand him “too shouty”, bemoan his “lack of chemistry” with LeBlanc and even hit out at his clothing.</p> <div class="dnd-widget-wrapper context-sdl_editor_representation type-video"><div class="dnd-atom-rendered"><div class="image"> <div class="bc_container"> <video id="5021254405001" data-account="1348423965" data-player="f10d5b19-22ad-4369-9ed7-bc8aded88d64" data-embed="default" data-video-id="5021254405001" class="video-js" controls=""></video><script src="//web.archive.org/web/20170210035030js_/http://players.brightcove.net/1348423965/f10d5b19-22ad-4369-9ed7-bc8aded88d64_default/index.min.js"></script><script src="/web/20170210035030js_/http://www.standard.co.uk/sites/all/themes/ines_themes/ines_theme/js/vendor/mobile-detect.min.js"></script><script> <![CDATA[// ><!]]> </script></div>  </div></div><div class="dnd-caption-wrapper">Twitter reaction - Chris Evans quits Top Gear</div></div> <p>In June he announced his departure, telling fans: “Stepping down from Top Gear. Gave it my best shot but sometimes that's not enough. 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