Brian Dowling has announced that he is exiting his radio role.
For the past two years, the former Big Brother star has been a co-host on 98FM Dublin’s mid-morning radio show.
Now, after welcoming his two daughters - two-year-old Blake and 11-month-old Blu - with his husband, Dancing With The Stars Ireland judge Arthur Gourounlian, Brian has confirmed that he is taking a step back from the radio mic.
Earlier today, the 46-year-old took to Instagram to upload three snaps of himself in the 98FM studio, along with a lengthy caption to explain his departure.
“I made the decision earlier in the year that I would not be continuing co-hosting on Brian Dowling & Suzanne Kane on @98fmdublin making this Friday June 6th my very last show,” Brian announced.
“When I joined Suzanne back in March of 2023, I had ZERO radio hosting skills. Blake was only 6 months old & baby Blu was only a twinkle in our eyes. It took me a minute to get into my new groove, but when I did, WOW, I honestly have had the best time & have genuinely laughed every day,” he praised.
“I am so looking forward to a slower Summer; I’m not actually sure if I can operate on a slower pace. Normality will continue on Six and of course, shooting the rest of The Salvage Squad this summer, as well as some trips away I’ve planned; in fact, it’s turning out to be a very memorable Summer,” Brian teased.
“The BIGGEST THANK YOU goes to our listeners; you guys are the best, as you have kept me company 5 days a week for the last 2 years & 3 months. Your daily messages have brightened my days from 10am - 1pm. Goodbyes are not something I’m very good at, but this doesn’t feel like a goodbye at all; it’s more of a talk to you later,” he concluded.
Many listeners have since been sending their well-wishes to Brian, with one commenting: “Excited to see what’s next.”
“Ah best of luck with all your new adventures,” another agreed.
