44-year-old RTÉ radio presenter Jonathan Clynch has reportedly told bosses he identifies as “gender fluid” and will be addressed as Jonathan Rachel.
Mr. Clynch sometimes identifies as female and other times as male. He has changed his name on social media. Jonathan has been widely praised for his announcement.
Jonathan was to appear on The Marian Finucane Show this morning but cancelled at the last minute, with host Marian saying: “After today’s front page, Jonathan wants to speak about his decision on his own terms.”
An official statement from RTÉ said: “[We], both as an employer and broadcaster, value the uniqueness of individuals and encourage diversity and equality. We are 100pc supportive of Jonathan Rachel who is a valued member of staff and a highly respected journalist.”