RTÉ confirmed that both Home of the Year and The Great House Revival would air this year following the sudden passing of Hugh Wallace.
Now they have confirmed that Brendan Courtney will step in to continue Hugh’s role in The Great House Revival as they finish up the show.
Sharing the news, they wrote: “Honouring Hugh Wallace’s legacy.
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“Following Hugh Wallace’s passing, his dear friend Brendan Courtney will help complete some remaining filming on the upcoming series of #GreatHouseRevival.
“In the series, Brendan will meet some of the homeowners who’ve just completed their restorations and celebrate Hugh’s passion for heritage, homes and the stories behind them.”
Brendan posted the news on Instagram Stories, saying: “I am humbled & honoured, I will do my absolute best to do Hugh & Martin proud.”
The architect and TV presenter’s husband, Martin Corbett, shared that Hugh had passed away at the age 68 in December.
He simply wrote at the time: “It is with deep sadness and shock that I share the news that my beloved husband and soulmate, Hugh Wallace, passed away suddenly at home last night.
“I am heartbroken. Please respect my privacy at this deeply painful time. Martin.”
RTÉ confirmed that the new series of Home of the Year and The Great House Revival will air this year.
“Now in its 12th series, Home of the Year was completed before Hugh’s death. Hugh has been a judge on the programme since its inception and will be remembered for his warmth and humour, and for consistently capturing the hearts of viewers. Home of the Year will air on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player, starting in early March,” the statement reads.
“RTÉ’s The Great House Revival will also air this Spring and will honour Hugh’s remarkable dedication, passion, vibrant spirit, and enduring love for design and architecture.”
