a derogatory term in burma which saw "top gear" torn off by the broadcaster. and then the use of an offensive word during unbroadcast footage. for that, the star issued an explanation. >> i realized that in one of the mumbleded versions if you listen carefully with the sound turned right up it did appear that i'd actually used the word i was trying to obscure. i was mortified by this. horrified. it is a word i loathe. >> reporter: clarkson of put on his final warning. >> it just never shuts up. it would drive you mad. >> reporter: the bbc now has to decide what to do with the star and the program which is one of its biggest money spinners. itv news. more people crossing the line next. up next, how the -- >> a theme -- >> "blurred line" did it. a jury found that pharrell