Dean McCullough Biography: Height, Ethnicity, Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, Children, Wife

Dean McCullough is a Northern Irish radio presenter and DJ, best known for his work with BBC Radio 1 and Gaydio.

With his energetic and charismatic presenting style, he has become a familiar voice in British radio.

Profile

• Full Name: Dean McCullough
• Stage Name: Dean McCullough
• Born: July 9, 1992
• Age: 32 years old
• Birthplace: Newtownabbey, County Antrim, Northern Ireland
• Nationality: Northern Irish
• Occupation: Radio Presenter, DJ
• Height: 1.74m
• Parent: McCullough (father), Ann McCullough (mother)
• Siblings: Ben McCullough
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $1 million

Early Life and Education

Dean McCullough was born on July 9, 1992, in Newtownabbey, County Antrim, Northern Ireland, making him 32 years old as of March 2025. He was born to McCullough (father) and Ann McCullough (mother) and has a brother named Ben McCullough.

He practices Christianity and belongs to the Ulster-Scots ethnic group, which is common in Northern Ireland. He attended Glengormley High School and later earned a scholarship to Laine Theatre Arts, where he pursued his passion for the performing arts.

Career

Dean McCullough began his career in radio as a volunteer at Wandsworth Radio before joining Gaydio, where he co-hosted an afternoon show with Emma Goswell, focusing on LGBTQ+ topics. The duo later moved to Gaydio’s breakfast show, which they hosted until 2021.

His breakthrough came in December 2020 when he covered Clara Amfo’s show on BBC Radio 1. In March 2021, he was given a temporary role covering the early breakfast slot on Fridays, which led to a more permanent position.

By September 2021, he took over the 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM slot on Fridays to Sundays, replacing Jordan North. In July 2022, McCullough and Vicky Hawkesworth were announced as the new hosts of BBC Radio 1’s afternoon show, taking over from Scott Mills and Chris Stark.

His engaging and energetic presenting style has made him a well-recognized voice on British radio. In November 2024, McCullough appeared as a contestant on I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!, where he finished in eleventh place.

Awards and Nominations

• Dean was awarded ‘Top LGBTQ+ Broadcaster’ by Attitude Magazine.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @thedeanlife
• Twitter handle: @thedeanlife

Personal Life

Northern Irish radio presenter and DJ Dean McCullough is openly gay and, as of now, is not publicly known to be in a relationship.

Standing at approximately 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm) tall, he has been candid about his struggles, including experiences with homelessness during his youth and overcoming alcoholism, celebrating four years of sobriety in September 2024.

Discography/Filmography

In November 2024, McCullough appeared as a contestant on the twenty-fourth series of “I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!” where he was the second campmate to be eliminated, finishing in eleventh place.

Net Worth

Dean McCullough’s estimated net Worth is $1 million as of 2025. His primary sources of income are his career as a radio presenter and television personality.

Additionally, his appearance on I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! in 2024 further boosted his public profile and earnings. Beyond broadcasting, McCullough has hosted events and advocacy work within the LGBTQ+ community, contributing to his overall income.