Sunday with Miriam Brendan Courtney
Mar 29, 2026
Brendan Courtney, TV presenter and stylist known for The Great House Revival, shares personal stories and reflections. He talks about carrying on the series after his friend Hugh Wallace's death. He describes renovating his Wicklow home, a shocking accident there, and navigating single life and mental health. He also reflects on Hugh's impact and how he honors his memory.
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From Friday Night To Funeral
- Brendan recounts being with Hugh Wallace the Friday before his sudden death and then receiving the call the next morning that Hugh had died.
- He describes texting Hugh after the announcement and feeling compelled to step in to finish The Great House Revival to honour his friend and reassure Martin Wallace.
Stepping In To Finish The Show
- Brendan was asked by production and Hugh's partner Martin to finish the remaining Great House Revival episodes and accepted without hesitation.
- He checked Martin's approval first and framed his decision as doing the series and Hugh's work proud.
Three Decades Of Martin And Hugh
- Brendan recalls knowing Martin long before Hugh from Dublin's nightlife and watching Martin and Hugh become a steady, loving couple for over 30 years.
- He highlights their warmth, never seeing them argue, and their long renovation project culminating just before Hugh's death.