Late Late Show Host Search Intensifies | Dublin News

The Late Late Show’s future hangs in the balance as Patrick Kielty’s contract expired months ago with no host confirmed — sparking wild rumors and speculation. Pay, episode count, and RTÉ’s budget constraints may be holding things up, while names like Kieran Cuddihy, Oliver Callan, and Claire Byrne swirl in the rumor mill. Some even joke about a Hunger Games-style audition. With Kielty’s unique blend of comedy and empathy fading from the spotlight, RTÉ may be leaning into safer, more celebrity-friendly programming — all while the nation waits to see who’ll pick up the mic. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a8b01626c1d08ad4