Where and when were you born?
I was born in St. Finbarrs Hospital in Cork, on May 9th 1988

Where do you live now, and with whom? Describe the place and the person/people.
Now that’s a hard one! I officially live at home I suppose, because most of my stuff is there, but I do spend most of the week in my boyfriend Jamies apartment in the City.
Both Jamie and my parents have been very supportive over the past year or so, and if not for them, I wouldn’t be writing this!

What is your occupation?
I work with Brown Thomas Cork, in their Formalwear Store on Caroline Street. I also work in Chambers Bar of Washington street a couple of nights a week. I am due to graduate with a Bsc Finance degree from UCC in September, so hopefully I’ll get a job in something related to my studies!

What do you have in your pockets?
€4.78 in change, a bottle top, keys and a box of matches

What was the last song you sang when no one else was around?
Madonna, New York

As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?
A solicitor or Garda

When and with whom was your first kiss?
God, most likely my oldest friend Claire. We converted my shed into a shop when we were 3 or 4, and were best friends since!

Who has had the most influence on you?
I’m the youngest of 5 siblings. They’ve all accomplished allot, professionally and in their personal lives, families etc. So I suppose they all equally influence me. My parents would be another obvious influence, They were never afraid to give me a kick in the arse when I needed it. And of course, Jamie who, keeps me between the lines, most of the time!

What do you consider your greatest achievement?
After four years of pretty tough studies, I will be graduating with a Honours Degree in Finance from University College Cork. I think this, coupled with the fantastic friends I have made along the way, would be my greatest achievement to date.  (Obviously Mr. Gay Cork 2010 is up there too!)

What things are most important to you now? Why?
Trying to get my career sorted at the moment!! I’d love to raise as much money as possible for St James’ Hospital, and do my best for the Mr Gay Ireland competition in Dublin.

Who do you trust and depend on?
I am a very trusting person, sometimes to my detriment, I take people at face value. The people I trust are the people I share with, ye know who ye are!

Are you basically optimistic or pessimistic?
Happy, 12 hours sleep Bryan = optimistic!  Hung-over, 3 hours sleep, tired Bryan = Pessimistic!

Do you believe in the existence of soul mates and/or true love?
Yep!

What do you believe makes a successful life?
A healthy balance of all of the good things and most of the bad things!

What is your favorite kind of music?
Anything really, like chilled out dance, pop chat etc.

What scares you?
Ghosts, failure, raw chicken, dirty carpets.

Hugs or Kisses?
Both!

Who is the most important person in your life, and why?
My Muppet of a boyfriend Jamie is undoubtedly the most important boy in my world.

How close are you to your family?
I’m very close to my family. My coming out last year has only made us stronger.

Do you care what others think of you?
In certain situations like work etc I would, but in general, no.

What is/are your favourite hobbies and pastimes?
Love to eat good food, go out with friends, love swimming and the gym too!

How do you spend a typical Saturday night?
Sweating it out on other side of the Bar in chambers!

What, if anything, shocks or offends you?
Homophobic comments or attitudes, people who point at you and racism.

Are you spontaneous, or do you always need to have a plan?
I like to have a general plan, but love to be spontaneous

Do you like to dance?
Yep

Describe the routine of a normal day for you. How do you feel when this routine is disrupted?
Wake at about 9, shower, shave, in work for 10am. Work in brown Thomas till 6 or so, Then either hit the gym straight after work, or if I’m working in Chambers I’ll go home and sleep for an hour or so and get food etc. If I miss my precious hour or two sleep between jobs, I could chop your hand off when serving you later!

If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
Right now? I wish I had sallow skin, as I am still pealing, a week after my holidays!

Are you generally organized or messy?
An organised mess I think best describes it!

Name three things you consider yourself to be very good at, and three things you consider yourself to be very bad at.
Good: College stuff,  Talking, Oooh… and cooking!
Bad:  Eating Healthy, Biting my nails, Going to the gym!

What goal do you most want to accomplish in your lifetime?
I think its probably the same for anyone who studies Finance or business, I’d love to have my own successful business(s).

What three words best describe your personality?
Bubbly, thoughtful, and easy-going!

What do you do most often when you are bored?
Order Dominos, (more than one person can eat) and watch a classic DVD like “The Van” or “Nothing Hill”.

Why did you enter Mr Gay Cork 2010?
After a late Saturday night shift, Dermot Hickey (a work colleague and fellow  contestant in MGC) asked me to go forward. I told him that I would go forward for MGC if he would, and two weeks later he decided he would. I must admit at first I was a bit apprehensive, but the causes involved were so worthwhile, I felt I had to do it! And I’m glad we did. It was so much fun!

How does it feel to be Mr Gay Cork 2010?
Its great, I’m delighted to have been picked to represent cork in the Mr Gay Ireland Competition in Dublin. Its still sinking in I guess, but it wouldn’t have been possible without everyone who voted.

Any ideas / plans to make you stand out in the upcoming Mr Gay Ireland final in Dublin?
Well, I’m stepping it up in the Gym from today on. Trying to put on a few pounds too! A good friend of mine Christofer is an amazing personal shopper and he will be dressing me to impress!

Finally is there anything else you like to say?
I’d just like to thank everyone for  they’re support. I’ve had great fun so far.  Stay tuned for details of my fundraisers for Mr Gay Ireland!