19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
RTE star Arthur Gourounlian calls hubby Brian Dowling ‘boring' as he takes dig at his ‘see-through' top at races
RTE star Arthur Gourounlian called his hubby Brian Dowling "boring" after his joke digs.
The
judge and
host attended the Barberstown Castle Sapphire Style Award 2025 at the Curragh Racecourse in Kildare this afternoon.
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Brian and Arthur attended the Curragh Races today
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Brian took a dig at Arthur's outfit
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Brian and Arthur picked a Best Dressed winner at the glam event
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The celebrity couple were there to present the award for the Best Dressed on stage.
Before the competition,
The Virgin Media star looked dapper wearing a classic navy suit jacket, a pair of matching slacks and a waistcoat.
He finished off his judge look with a navy polka dot tie and a white shirt.
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Brian recorded himself and Arthur getting ready for the day and said: "It's amazing what hair and make-up can do... not just on me."
Arthur described his outfit saying: "This year I'm going for country chic."
Brian took a dig at him saying: "Is that what you're telling yourself? It's a see-through blouse with corduroy trousers."
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Complimenting himself, Brian added: "I'm in a three-piece suit! This is actually like a corset. I am cinched in."
Arthur hit back saying: "Boring. You have to be individual."
Arthur Gourounlian enjoys family day out
Later on in the day, the pair were in fighting form as they had to chose who they thought was best dressed at the races.
And their worthy winner was Anna Marie, who's outfit was described as being "outside the box".
Anna looked delighted as Arthur read her name out.
She stunned in a pair of navy capri pants, a matching long blazer, a frilly blouse and a feathered fedora.
FAMILY FUN
It's been a busy weekend in the Gourounlian Dowling household as Arthur brought his mum Maria, sister-in-law Aoife and daughter Blake and Blu to
The 45-year-old said: "Loved every single moment. The Smurfs Village is nothing short of enchanting.
"From the exceptional presentation to the welcoming atmosphere and the incredible professionalism of the team, everything was truly top-notch.
"We are genuinely impressed and wholly immersed in the experience."
After having fun at the Smurf-themed family event, they went to see what the all fuss is about at Beyond the Trees in Avondale Forest Park.
The family-of-five took a leisurely stroll through the walled gardens and walked along the forest park trails.
Arthur said: "I love discovering new things everyday. I adore the view, the nature and the location. Wow."
