Patrick Kielty’s Late Late Show returned with guests including Patsy Kensit and Young Offenders stars
The Late Late Show made its comeback to television screens this evening following the announcement from programme bosses that it would not broadcast on Good Friday.
Patrick Kielty resumed his presenting role tonight with a guest roster that sparked considerable discussion amongst audiences.
Headlining was actress Patsy Kensit, who discussed with Patrick her recent 242-mile trek across north-east England featured in the latest series of BBC’s Pilgrimage.
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Patsy is best recognised for her stint in Emmerdale, and she hinted at a possible comeback to the programme. Having endured considerable hardship during her lifetime, she shared how her religious beliefs assisted her in overcoming adversity.
The Young Offenders stars Alex Murphy and Chris Walley, from the RTE series, appeared in the studio to discuss the programme’s revival.
The duo have inhabited these roles for a decade now and reflected on what has made the programme such an enormous success with viewers over the years.
Award-winning journalist Fergal Keane appeared alongside Patrick to discuss his recent departure from the BBC following an impressive 37-year tenure. Throughout his distinguished career, Fergal reported from the front lines of international conflicts spanning nearly four decades. These experiences took their toll, with Fergal opening up about the impact they had on his mental wellbeing.
Comedian and broadcaster Bernard O’Shea spoke about his family life in Limerick alongside his recent surge in online popularity, which has seen him become a viral sensation across social media platforms.
Country singer Cliona Hagan delivered a musical performance on the evening with her rendition of a Shania Twain classic. She also shared some thrilling news as The Late Late Show gears up to hunt for Ireland’s next country music sensation on The Late Late Show Opening Act next Friday, April 17.
However, the star studded line up didn’t impress everyone.
Given the ongoing fuel crisis affecting the nation, numerous viewers questioned why representatives from the recent fuel demonstrations weren’t featured.
One viewer asked: “Why don’t you have Christopher Duffy on to discuss the fuel protests.”
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