Dean McCullough is a Northern Irish television and radio presenter, widely recognised as one of the UK’s most exciting and dynamic broadcasters. Dean currently hosts his own weekday morning show on BBC Radio 1, waking up the nation from 5-7am with his trademark energy, humour, and warmth. His impact on the industry was celebrated when he was named ‘Top LGBTQ+ Broadcaster’ by Attitude Magazine, a testament to his authentic voice and connection with audiences. Dean’s broadcasting journey began over a decade ago, and he has since presented for Gaydio Breakfast, BBC Radio Manchester, and UK Radio Pride, while also using his platform to advocate for LGBTQ+ rights.
In addition to his radio success, Dean has made a name for himself on television. He currently presents the weekly social media round-up on ‘Big Brother: Late & Live’ and has appeared as a guest on ‘Love Island: Aftersun’, ‘Celebability’, and ‘Retreat Yourself’ for ITV. As a documentary maker, Dean has fronted ‘OnlyFans Got Me Fired’ and ‘The Rise & Rise of Taylor Swift’ for UNTOLD on Channel 4, showcasing his skill as a captivating storyteller. He has also made appearances on popular BBC programmes including ‘Celebrity Mastermind’, ‘Strictly: It Takes Two’, ‘The Hit List’, ‘CBBC Saturday Mash-Up’, ‘Children In Need’, and ‘Eurovision: Make Me A Winner’.
Dean’s passion for music is reflected in his extensive work across radio, TV, and live events. He has presented ‘Sam Smith at The BBC’ and ‘Sugababes at The BBC’ for BBC Sounds, and hosted ‘Westlife at Wembley’, broadcast in over 650 cinemas nationwide. As a live DJ, Dean’s show, ‘Dean McCullough’s Pop Machine’, has filled dance floors at major venues like Ministry of Sound, The O2 Arena, and O Beach Ibiza. He’s also played at freshers’ events in Bath, Lancaster, Lincoln, Cardiff, and The RAU, and has supported Steps on their UK summer tour, in addition to performing at festivals such as Mighty Hoopla, Snowboxx, House & Garage Orchestra, and It’s The 90’s Baby.
Away from the mic, Dean has worked with leading brands including Virgin, Symprove, Moss Bros, and Sony, bringing his charm and authenticity to various campaigns. He’s a trained actor, having studied at Laine Theatre Arts, and has performed in stage productions like High School Musical, Godspell, and The Mikado. Dean has also appeared at landmark events such as Britain’s Got Talent, Children In Need, and the London 2012 Olympic Games. Most recently, Dean starred in ITV’s I’m a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! 2024, where he secured an impressive 33 stars for camp before becoming the second celebrity to leave the jungle. Whether behind the mic, on stage or on screen, Dean’s charisma, experience, and infectious energy make him the perfect host or DJ for any event.
