Philippa Dunne Makes Late Late Show Debut Alongside Sports Stars and Musicians
Mayo actor Philippa Dunne will appear on RTÉ One’s The Late Late Show for the first time this Friday, joining a lineup that features Mikey Breen and Sharlene Mawdsley, trad band Beoga, and investigative journalist Nicola Tallant. The Late Late Show reported that Dunne’s debut follows breakout performances in Derry Girls, Tall Tales & Murder, and Amandaland.
Dunne will discuss her recent BAFTA nomination alongside the experience of working alongside her comedy heroes. The chat show airs at 9:35pm on RTÉ One and the RTÉ Player.
Mikey Breen and Sharlene Mawdsley Discuss Competing on National and International Stages
Tipperary hurler Mikey Breen and track athlete Sharlene Mawdsley will sit down with host Patrick Kielty to discuss competing on national and international stages. RTÉ reported that Breen has lifted the Liam McCarthy Cup three times, while Mawdsley has built an international career in athletics. The pair will also participate in a unique sporting challenge live in the studio.
Traditional Group Beoga Walks Away from Tour Amid Controversy
Traditional Irish music group Beoga will perform in studio following international headlines regarding their departure from Ed Sheeran’s tour. The Late Late Show reported that the band walked away from the tour amid controversy surrounding the removal of Macklemore from the lineup. The group will also discuss their decision during the broadcast.
Nicola Tallant Addresses National Rise in Violent Crime
Sunday World Investigations Editor Nicola Tallant will appear on the programme to examine the recent rise in violent crime across Ireland. RTÉ reported that the discussion will focus on the devastating consequences of drug-related intimidation and communities living in fear. The segment follows weekly headlines regarding criminal activity nationwide.
Laura Fox and Niall Breslin Complete Friday’s Entertainment Lineup
Ireland’s Fittest Family presenter Laura Fox will discuss the upcoming 14th season of the television series, backstage gossip among the coaches, and her marriage earlier this year. Meanwhile, The Blizzards frontman Niall Breslin will perform a new musical set from Westmeath. Iain Ward, known online as The King of Chemo, will also appear to discuss his global fundraising efforts for cancer research ahead of the Dublin Marathon.
What Time Does The Late Late Show Air?
What time does The Late Late Show air?
The programme broadcasts every Friday at 9:35pm on RTÉ One and the RTÉ Player.
Why did Beoga make international headlines recently?
The traditional Irish music group made news after walking away from Ed Sheeran’s tour following the removal of Macklemore from the touring lineup.
Who is making their debut on the programme this week?
Mayo actor and comedy star Philippa Dunne is making her first appearance on the chat show following her BAFTA nomination.
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