Top news reporter identifies as 'gender fluid'

Jonathan Clynch is making headlines instead of reporting them, as it is revealed that top Irish radio news reporter identifies as "gender fluid."

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After 16 years reporting at Irish radio news station RTÉ, the 44-year-old journalist has reportedly asked that he now be referred to as Jonathan Rachel Clynch. He has also changed his name on social media platforms.

According to Irish Central, the term gender fluid means that Clynch sometimes identifies as male and sometimes as female.

RTE, the national broadcaster, released a statement in support of Clynch: "[We], both as an employer and broadcaster, value the uniqueness of individuals and encourage diversity and equality...We are 100% supportive of Jonathan Rachel who is a valued member of staff and a highly respected journalist."

Colleagues and fans have taken to social media to share their support for Clynch...but, opinion's are still divided, as seen here on Twitter:

See photos below of Thailand's "third gender:"

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