MEDIA & PRESS

Across media and press, Michael Gunning is recognised as an international swimmer, LGBTQ+ advocate, and inspiring media personality using his platform to champion inclusion, diversity, and positive change. With a decorated career representing both Great Britain and Jamaica, Michael has built a growing presence as a TV presenter, commentator, and now producer, director, and host on Sky Sports. His media appearances include GQ, Attitude, BBC, Sky News, The Telegraph, The Guardian, and many more, as well as features on Lorraine (ITV), BBC Morning Live, E! Entertainment’s The Bi Life (NBC), Tom Daley’s Illegal to Be Me documentary (BBC One), and BBC’s Children in Need.

TV & Broadcast Media

V Magazine / Meet the Champion Swimmer Changing the world of sport
The Bi Life Cast / Courtney Act on E! Entertainment and NBC Universal
Jake Daniels on Sky Sports Football with Michael Gunning / Beneath the Surface
Michael Gunning LGBTQ+ Speaker and Host / Hosting Sky for LGBT History Month
Lorraine Show on ITV / Michael Gunning Live Broadcast for PR Tom Daley Documentary
Forbes 30 Under 30 List, Sport and Games Michael Gunning
Queen Charlotte A Bridgerton Story Premiere in Leicester Square
VIP Celebrity Drinks for BAFTA / Michael Gunning Live Broadcast for PR Tom Daley Documentary
Hello! Magazine for Pride Month / Michael Gunning Cover and Exclusive Interview around Race and Sexuality
BBC Sport / Michael Gunning Breaking stereotypes and barriers in a predominantly white sport
Steph's Packed Lunch / Live Broadcast Michael Gunning Feature with Steph Mcgovern
Amazon Prime Premiere for The Wheel of Time with VIP Guests and Celebrities / BFI
Sky Sports Football air's Michael Gunning's Debut Documentary 'Beneath the Surface' with Openly Gay Footballer Jake Daniels
Disney's Little Mermaid / Michael Gunning writes for the Guardian Swimming now has a wave of diversity to drown out Little Mermaid Protests
School Visit by Famous Athletes Michael Gunning and James Haskell
Monday Night Football on Sky Sports with Michael Gunning and the TV Host and Presenter
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Michael is passionate about sharing his story to inspire young people, champion mental health, and highlight the importance of representation in sport and beyond. Whether on national broadcasts, leading school initiatives, or fronting high-profile campaigns, he combines professionalism with genuine warmth.

Press Highlights

  • Michael Gunning Marches in Pride Parade with Bentley Motors

    Manchester Evening News

    Manchester Arena bombing survivor marches in city’s Pride parade to honour all 22 victims | World Championship swimmer on taking part in Pride parade for the first time. "I couldn’t watch from the side-lines anymore"

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  • Michael Gunning at Childhood Day 2025 with the NSPCC

    The Big Issue

    Trailblazing elite swimmer Michael Gunning on ‘keeping children safe’ 'Everybody deserves to feel safe taking part in sport' | Gunning is passionate about the NSPCC's latest campaign aiming to raise awareness of the signs of child abuse.

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  • Trailblazing Michael Gunning Retires From Sport

    The Guardian

    Jamaican Record Holder Michael Gunning retires from Swimming | Great Britain and Jamaica swimmer is retiring from his sport but wants others to learn from the racism and homophobia he has had to contend with throughout his career.

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  • Body Issue of Attitude Magazine / Michael Gunning Cover Star

    Attitude Magazine

    The Openly Gay Swimmer Championing Equality in Sport | Appearing on the cover of the Attitude Body Issue, the 200m Butterfly specialist says he hopes to be the representation in the sport he missed growing up.

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  • Swimming Star goes Beneath the Surface in new doc for a bid for greater equality | Gunning launched his own TV show on Sky Sports and is looking to shine a light on our favourite and most talented athletes, whilst showing just how diverse all sports

    The Voice

    Swimming Star goes Beneath the Surface in new doc for a bid for greater equality | Gunning launched his own TV show on Sky Sports and is looking to shine a light on our favourite and most talented athletes, whilst showing just how diverse all sports can be.

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  • The Trailblazing gay swimmer from Pett's Wood listed in Forbes 30 Under 30 | Former swimmer Michael Gunning has been recognised by Forbes for his accomplishments by earning a spot on the 30 Under 30 Europe list.

    Forbes

    The Trailblazing gay swimmer from Pett's Wood listed in Forbes 30 Under 30 | Former swimmer Michael Gunning has been recognised by Forbes for his accomplishments by earning a spot on the 30 Under 30 Europe list.

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  • Tokyo 2020 Olympics Postponed | Fitness: Professional swimmer and Role Model Michael Gunning speaks to GQ on how he’s training for the postponed Tokyo Olympics…on land.

    GQ

    Tokyo 2020 Olympics Postponed despite athlete qualification | Fitness: Professional swimmer and Role Model Michael Gunning speaks to GQ on how he’s training for the postponed Tokyo Olympics…on land.

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  • British Swim Stars launch a new pop-up pool programme to tackle the UK's swimming crisis | Adam Peaty, Ellie Simmonds and Michael Gunning partner with Speedo to bring swimming pools to schools.

    Daily Mail

    British Swim Stars launch a new pop-up pool programme to tackle the UK's swimming crisis | Adam Peaty, Ellie Simmonds and Michael Gunning partner with Speedo to bring swimming pools to schools.

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