Northern Irish comedian Patrick Kielty has been named as the new host of The Late Late Show, Ireland’s longest-running chat show. Kielty, who has had a successful career on television and radio, will take over from Ryan Tubridy in September, marking the start of the show’s 61st season. The announcement follows weeks of speculation and leaves behind other potential candidates such as Claire Byrne and Sarah McInerney. Kielty is known for his wit and charm, having worked his way up the ranks of comedy starting in Belfast’s iconic The Empire Laughs Back comedy club.
Reacting to the news with gratitude, Kielty stated that he was thrilled to become the programme’s fourth presenter and would do his best to represent the show adequately. He further added that it was a genuine honour to be part of the programme that so many Irish people look forward to on a Friday night. RTÉ director Jim Jennings praised Kielty’s exceptional talent and believed that his personality and wit would connect well with audiences.
Kielty’s career has found him presenting a variety of programmes across television and radio, including BBC’s Last Chance Lottery and Patrick Kielty Almost Live. He is also known for his work as a presenter on BBC Radio 5Live. Kielty has been recognised for his talents with a BAFTA-nomination for his documentary My Dad, The Peace Deal And Me, which told the story of his father’s murder by paramilitary gunmen. His most recent documentary, Patrick Kielty: 100 Years Of Union, marked the centenary of Northern Ireland. Kielty continues to tour as a stand-up comedian and is married to fellow TV presenter Cat Deeley, with whom he has two children.
Bookmakers had dubbed Kielty as the front-runner for the role in recent weeks, with Paddy Power halting any further betting due to the overwhelming number of wagers being placed on Kielty’s possible appointment. This made Kielty odds-on favourite and saw his odds of being chosen slashed by BoyleSports to 8/11.
Kielty’s appointment comes at an exciting time for The Late Late Show, as it prepares to enter its 61st season. Fans and critics have high expectations of the new presenter, which he hopes to live up to with his well-established talent. Kielty is poised to take his spot among the great presenters of the show, joining former hosts such as Pat Kenny and the iconic Gay Byrne.
In conclusion, Patrick Kielty’s appointment as the new host of The Late Late Show marks a significant moment in the show’s history. With his well-established talent and credentials, Kielty is expected to continue the success of his predecessors and entertain Irish audiences for years to come.
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