Brendan Courtney
Brendan Courtney is an Irish television presenter and fashion designer known for his work in broadcasting and his advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights. He gained prominence through various television programs, including 'Off the Rails' and 'The Brendan Courtney Show.' Courtney has been an outspoken advocate for equality and has shared his experiences with homophobia, highlighting the challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community in Ireland. Recently, he made headlines after being assaulted in Dublin city, an incident he described as a random attack that he believes was motivated by homophobia.
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Brendan Courtney will complete some remaining filming on the upcoming series of The Great House Revival following the death of host Hugh Wallace.
Brendan Courtney to complete Great House Revival filming after death of Hugh Wallace – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-02-11
Brendan Courtney presents a special episode featuring Jim Sheridan.
The best specials and pick of RTÉ schedule – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-21
Brendan Courtney assures that the man bag trend is definitely real.
Paul Mescal and Jacob Elordi look great with a man bag. But can Conor Pope pull one off? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-15
Brendan Courtney was among the mourners at Hugh Wallace's funeral, reflecting on his impact.
‘Endearing and gregarious’ Hugh Wallace remembered as stars and friends gather for funeral – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-05
Brendan Courtney is the man tasked with hosting the rebranded 3 O'Clock Show after Ray D'Arcy's departure.
RTÉ’s twisty new soap opera stars Ray D’Arcy and, now, Brendan Courtney – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-17
Brendan Courtney returns as the host exploring the past lives of popular public figures.
the best new shows to watch, starting tonight – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-31
Brendan Courtney had what he described as a lucky escape when a car crashed through his garden and into the front of his house.
Brendan Courtney describes lucky escape after car crashes into home – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-31Brendan Courtney is a TV and radio presenter and fashion designer who recently moved to Wicklow town.
‘I wanted to simplify my life’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-20
Brendan Courtney is a presenter and fashion guru participating in Réaltaí na Gaeltachta.
the best new shows to watch, starting tonight – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-02
Brendan Courtney was attacked in Dublin city on Thursday night in what he has described as a random attack.
Brendan Courtney assaulted in Dublin city – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-28