Hugh Wallace was familiar to Irish viewers primarily for his roles on RTE programmes such as Home of the Year, The Great House Revival and My Bungalow Bliss
TV presenter Hugh Wallace has tragically died at the age of 68, his partner has confirmed.
The much-loved Home of the Year judge died on Sunday night, his husband, Martin Corbett, announced on social media, asking for privacy during this challenging time.
In a statement shared on Wallace’s Instagram page, Corbett wrote: “It is with deep sadness and shock that I share the news that my beloved husband and soulmate, Hugh Wallace, passed away suddenly at home last night. I am heartbroken. Please respect my privacy at this deeply painful time. Martin.”
Tributes have also poured in online, with Louie Spence leading the way. “Very sad, I’m sorry for your loss, & my husband and I watched all his shows. We loved his Wit & humour, also his love of a pop of colour & a bit of wallpaper.”
Another fan wrote, “Ireland’s a little dimmer today… such a warm, vibrant presence. Sorry for your loss, Martin.”
Someone else added, “Oh no, I’m in total shock upon hearing this news. Such a lovely, funny & inspiring gentleman.
“He came to my home for the Great Home Revival program and was so inspiring & encouraging. What a loss to Ireland.”
Architect Wallace was familiar to Irish viewers primarily for his roles on RTE programmes such as Home of the Year, The Great House Revival and My Bungalow Bliss, and he won over audiences with his passion for design.
Before his stint in showbusiness, Wallace was a founding member of the Douglas Wallis Architects practice, which has contributed to the development of several hotels, business properties and residential builds around Ireland, reports the Irish Mirror.
RTE Director General Kevin Bakhurst has paid tribute to Wallace, highlighting how his enthusiasm resonated with viewers.
“On RTÉ’s hugely popular Home of the Year, Hugh, along with his fellow judges, not only opened the door to the most extraordinary homes in Ireland, but he also inspired viewers to engage with the vast possibilities of innovative design,” he said.
“Our thoughts are with his husband Martin, his family, his colleagues in Shinawil, Animo and RTÉ, and his many close associates for whom Hugh was a beloved colleague, an inspiring mind, and the warmest of friends. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.”
Wallace is survived by his husband, hairdresser Martin Corbett, with funeral details to be announced in due course.
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