Al Porter

Al Porter

Al Porter is an Irish comedian, actor, writer and radio broadcaster from Tallaght, Dublin. He began acting at age 10 and performed as a dame in Christmas pantomime productions at the Olympia Theatre. At 22, he headlined Dublin venue Vicar Street for three nights.

In 2017, Porter joined Today FM, presenting a lunchtime show and presented Blind Date on TV3. Later that year, Porter resigned from Today FM following allegations of inappropriate behaviour. He also stepped away from his television and pantomime roles.

Investigations into allegations of sexual assault at St Patrick's University Hospital in 2015 revealed no evidence. In November 2019, a separate sexual assault charge was dropped. In October 2019, Porter pleaded guilty to obstructing an arrest and received a dismissal after the judge noted his guilty plea, apology, and lack of prior convictions.

In July 2022, Porter announced his intention to return to comedy after a five-year absence, and made a return to the Edinburgh Fringe the following year.

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Al Porter live comedy dates

Al Porter: Algorithm

Date: Fri 16 Jan 2026
Venue: Dublin Clonsilla Inn
Price: Please contact venue or promoters
Show starts: 20:00 (Doors open approx 30 mins earlier)

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Al Porter: Algorithm

Date: Sat 28 Mar 2026
Venue: Swords Peacocks
Price: Please contact venue or promoters
Show starts: 20:00 (Doors open approx 30 mins earlier)

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Past Shows

Edinburgh Fringe 2015

Al Porter Is Yours

Al Porter Is Yours


Edinburgh Fringe 2016

Al Porter: At Large


Edinburgh Fringe 2017

Al Porter in Campus Maximus


Edinburgh Fringe 2023

Al Porter: A Work in Progress


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