Conor Bradford, a prominent voice in Northern Irish broadcasting for four decades, has died. The former presenter spent his entire career with the BBC in Northern Ireland before stepping down from his role in 2022.
Throughout his lengthy tenure, Bradford hosted several flagship programmes that became staples of the region's media landscape. His presenting credits included Inside Ulster, Good Morning Ulster, and Evening Extra, programmes that reached audiences across Northern Ireland throughout his career.
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How did colleagues remember him?
Adam Smyth, who leads BBC Northern Ireland, paid tribute to Bradford's distinctive presence both on and off camera.
His on-air and off-air personas were exactly the same; flamboyant, witty, warm and curious - he was a pleasure to produce,Smyth said in a statement.
Smyth added that
his passing will be met with great sadness by everyone fortunate enough to have worked with him.The director's remarks underscored the affection in which Bradford was held by those who collaborated with him across his four decades in broadcasting.
Key Facts
- Bradford presented major BBC Northern Ireland programmes including Inside Ulster, Good Morning Ulster, and Evening Extra
- He retired from broadcasting in 2022 after spending his entire career with the BBC in Northern Ireland
- Colleagues described him as flamboyant, witty, warm and curious both on and off air
