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Gay Byrne has revealed that he is ‘too sick’ to miss his career in broadcasting. The former Late Late Show presenter was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2016, following a number of other health concerns. The Howth native, who presented the RTE talk show for 37 years, has told The Irish Mirror, “I’m too lacking … Continued
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It’s been revealed just how much RTE have spent on hotel stays for guests that have appeared on The Late Late Show and The Ray D’Arcy Show over the last year. The National Broadcaster forked out a whopping €50,000 on luxury Dublin hotels, including the 5-star Conrad and Dylan hotels. Figures were released following a request to … Continued
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Imelda May has opened up about how Sinead O’Connor got her through some incredibly difficult times. The singer revealed that while she was trying to cope with the break up of her marriage, Sinead offered her a shoulder to lean on. Sinead picked up on her hardships before anyone else, and was sure to be there … Continued
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Bryan Cranston has opened up about his love of Ireland, in particular his fondness of Irish pubs and sessions! The Breaking Bad actor, whose grandmother hails from Co.Clare, visited our Emerald Isle a few years ago while exploring his Irish heritage. “Typical Americans of course, we hadn’t a clue where places were. We thought she … Continued
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Joe Duffy has spoken about Gay Byrne’s ongoing cancer battle. The legendary broadcaster was diagnosed with the disease last year, and has been laying low since. Colleague and close friend Joe visits Gay regularly at his Ballsbridge home as he undergoes treatment, and admitted that it’s been tough for him, and he has his good … Continued
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Pippa O’Connor spoke openly and honestly about grieving her late mother, Louise Mullen, on last night’s Late Late Show. Ahead of Mother’s Day this Sunday, the savvy business woman spoke candidly about how she copes with special occasions after mother’s passing. “Grief is a funny thing and I don’t think that you need an occasion … Continued
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Christy Dignam was taken to hospital yesterday and is currently being treated for an infection. The Aslan star, who was diagnosed with incurable cancer four years ago, was brought to James Connolly Memorial Hospital after his temperature spiked. Christy’s close pals fear his string of live shows could hinder his health even further, and want … Continued
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Paul McGrath spoke openly and honestly about his alcohol addiction on last night’s Late Late Show. The former Irish footballer, who has a troubled past with alcohol addiction, revealed that he has been sober for the past couple of months, as he prepares to undergo knee surgery. He spoke candidly to Ryan about the ongoing … Continued
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Maura Derrane and Bláthnaid Ní Chofaigh found out that they are fourth cousins on The Late Late Show last night. Maura appeared on last night’s show alongside Eamon Dunphy, Kerry TD Michael Healy-Rae and comedian Jason Byrne, and took part in a number of DNA tests with Ancestry.ie to discover their heritage. Ancestry.ie’s Mike Mulligan revealed … Continued
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It’s been revealed that RTE spent €337,000 on Nicky Byrne’s 2016 Eurovision act. The National Broadcaster sent a team of 18 people with the former Westlife star to Sweden where the song contest took place. Nicky performed and co-wrote an original track, Sunlight, but it failed to impress at an international level, and the Dubliner placed … Continued