Tommy Bowe Biography: Wife, Age, Career, Height, Net Worth, Parents, TV Shows, Stats, Rugby

Thomas John “Tommy” Bowe is an Irish television presenter and former professional rugby union player renowned for his explosive wing play and record-breaking tries.

Capped 69 times for Ireland (2004–2017), he scored 30 international tries, including a memorable solo effort against England in 2011.

Bowe won two Six Nations titles (2009 Grand Slam), two Heineken Cups with Ulster (2006, 2012), and a Pro12 title with Ospreys (2010).

Since retiring in 2018, he has become a beloved co-host on Ireland AM (Virgin Media One), launched the XV Kings and Lloyd & Bowe fashion lines, and fronts Tommy Bowe’s Ireland travel series.

Profile

• Full Name: Thomas John Bowe
• Stage Name: Tommy Bowe
• Born: February 22, 1984
• Age: 41 years old
• Birthplace: Emyvale, County Monaghan, Ireland
• Nationality: Irish
• Occupation: Television Presenter, Former Rugby Union Player
• Height: 1.91m
• Parents: Paul Bowe and Ann Bowe
• Siblings: Hannah Bowe, David Bowe
• Spouse: Lucy Whitehouse (m. 2015)
• Children: Emma Bowe, Jamie Bowe
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $5 million

Early Life and Education

Tommy Bowe was born on February 22, 1984, in Emyvale, County Monaghan, to Paul Bowe, a farmer, and Ann Bowe, a schoolteacher.

He grew up on the family farm with sister Hannah and brother David, playing Gaelic football before switching to rugby at 12.

Bowe attended The Royal School, Armagh, where he captained the rugby team to the Ulster Schools Cup final.

He studied Sports Science at Ulster University, Jordanstown, but left in 2006 to join Ulster Rugby full-time.

He is of Irish ethnicity, though his religious beliefs are unknown.

Career

Tommy Bowe began his professional rugby career with Belfast Harlequins in 2003, debuting for Ulster at 19.

He scored 29 tries in 108 appearances (2004–2008), winning the Heineken Cup in 2006.

Transferred to Ospreys in 2008, he claimed the Pro12 title in 2010 and earned 69 Ireland caps (30 tries).

Bowe toured with the British & Irish Lions in 2009 (2 Tests) and 2013 (1 Test).

He returned to Ulster in 2012, adding another Heineken Cup and retiring in 2018 with 84 club tries.

Post-rugby, Bowe joined Ireland AM in 2018, becoming a mainstay for his warmth and humor.

He launched XV Kings clothing in 2016 and Lloyd & Bowe shoes in 2019, both stocked in 200+ Irish stores.

Bowe fronts Tommy Bowe’s Ireland (2023–present) and commentates for Virgin Media Sport.

He supports the IRFU Charitable Trust and launched the Tommy Bowe Rugby Academy for youth development.

Tommy Bowe remains a Ireland AM fixture, with Tommy Bowe’s Ireland renewed for 2025.

His fashion brands expand into UK markets, and he’s developing a rugby memoir.

Bowe’s blend of athletic legacy and media charm continues to inspire.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @tommybowe
• Twitter Handle: @TommyBowe
• Facebook Handle: Tommy Bowe

Personal Life

Tommy married former Miss Wales Lucy Whitehouse on June 14, 2015, at Corravahan House, Cavan.

They have daughter Emma (born 2017) and son Jamie (born 2020).

The family resides in Belfast, where Bowe coaches Emma’s mini-rugby team.

Bowe enjoys golf, fishing, and family barbecues.

Filmography

• Ireland AM (2018–present, co-host)
• Tommy Bowe’s Ireland (2023–present, host)

Net Worth

Tommy Bowe has an estimated net worth of $5 million. His wealth stems from rugby contracts (Ulster, Ospreys), Ireland AM salary, and fashion brands XV Kings and Lloyd & Bowe.

TV presenting, endorsements with Guinness and AIB, and property investments in Belfast contribute significantly.