However, he made a return in 2020 to commentate on Ballymena United matches for their live streaming services while no fans were in attendance due to COVID-19.

[5] In his autobiography, Fullerton revealed he almost accepted a sports reporter position at Granada Television in 1978, but decided to remain in Northern Ireland for the sake of his family.

[6] He also disclosed the controversy caused by rumours of an affair with Good Evening Ulster presenting colleague Gloria Hunniford, which were untrue.

These rumours were unfounded when Fullerton disclosed while he had talks with Sky,[11] he had signed a 'rolling contract' to remain with BBC Northern Ireland.

[16] His uncle Alex Russell was a footballer who played for Linfield and earned one cap for the Northern Ireland national team.