‘A privilege’: Al Porter’s panto replacement has been announced
Following the allegations levelled against stand-up comedian and radio and TV presenter, Al Porter, in recent days, the Tallaght-native has stepped down from various high-profile positions.
In addition to taking a break from hosting Blind Date and presenting his radio slot on Today FM, it was also confirmed that the 24-year will no longer been appearing in pantomime, Polly and The Beanstalk.
This morning, it was announced that Porter will be replaced by Rory Cowan of Mrs Brown's Boys and Gogglebox fame.
Excited at the news @1rorycowan is on board for Polly & The Beanstalk!
Rory Cowan said “I am very happy to be joining the cast of The Olympia Theatre panto. I am a huge panto fan and treading the hallowed boards of The Olympia is a privilege for me”. https://t.co/uXYQHFDjZu pic.twitter.com/hB9kb91Auh
— The Olympia Theatre (@olympiatheatre) November 21, 2017
Taking to Twitter, the Olympia Theatre confirmed the change in line-up, writing: "Excited at the news @1rorycowan is on board for Polly & The Beanstalk!"
According to the post, the 58-year-old actor is overjoyed at the prospect of taking part in the production, and thrilled to perform at the iconic Dublin venue.
"Rory Cowan said “I am very happy to be joining the cast of The Olympia Theatre panto. I am a huge panto fan and treading the hallowed boards of The Olympia is a privilege for me”.
— Al Porter (@TheAlPorter) November 19, 2017
Porter's response to the allegations has been mixed, but many have taken umbrage with the focus he placed on his so-called persona.
"He's just being "outrageous" tho. Honestly that statement may top Spacey's," wrote one while another added: "Blame it on the persona…That'll go down well."
