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'Father Ted' creator Graham Linehan’s trans activist posts were 'oppressive', court told

The 57-year-old Irish comedy writer appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Thursday where he faces trial accused of harassing transgender activist Sophia Brooks

'Father Ted' creator Graham Linehan’s trans activist posts were 'oppressive', court told — 'Father Ted' co-creator Graham Linehan at Westminster Magistrates’ Court. Picture: Ben Whitley/PA

Thu, 04 Sep, 2025 - 13:44

Jordan Reynolds and Sam Hall, PA

Father Ted creator Graham Linehan’s posts about a transgender activist were “oppressive” and “vindictive”, a court in England has heard.

The 57-year-old Irish comedy writer appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Thursday where he faces trial accused of harassing transgender activist Sophia Brooks.

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