Graham Linehan accuses Ardal O'Hanlon of abandoning him in trans row

Graham Linehan has launched a fresh attack on former colleague Ardal O'Hanlon, accusing him of abandoning him at the height of a bitter row over transgender issues, just days after overturning a criminal conviction. The Father Ted co-creator, 57, said he was left isolated as controversy surrounding his views intensified, claiming O'Hanlon failed to reach out while he faced mounting public backlash and professional fallout.