Kilkenny hurler TJ Reid will discuss his inter-county retirement alongside actor Nicola Coughlan on Friday night’s Late Show on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player.
- Nicola Coughlan returns to the Dublin studio ahead of her upcoming Channel 4 drama I Am Helen.
- Kilkenny GAA player TJ Reid reflects on his 20-year career after calling time on his inter-county jersey.
- Cork singer Lyra delivers a musical tribute to Shane MacGowan and shares personal news.
RTÉ announced the full lineup for the upcoming broadcast, bringing together acting, comedy, sports, and music. Multi-talented actor Nicola Coughlan joins host Patrick Kielty to discuss her career highlights, hosting Saturday Night Live UK, and returning to the world of Bridgerton, as reported by EVOKE.
The conversation will also touch upon her hard-hitting new drama, I Am Helen, which is scheduled to air on Channel 4 on Monday, November 16 at 9pm, according to EVOKE.
Sports fans will hear from Kilkenny player TJ Reid as he reflects on his departure from the county setup. The all-time leading scorer in the championship called time on his inter-county career at the beginning of the month, finishing with seven All-Irelands and 14 Leinster Championships across two decades.
“I have no regrets. I didn’t leave through injuries. I left on my own terms,” Reid told Kilkenny People Sport.
“I was ready for it. When you're just touching 39, after 20 years in the jersey, you're ready for it,” Kilkenny player TJ Reid told Kilkenny People Sport. “A few days before I announced it on Friday, the subconscious mind was kicking in, and sleep wasn’t great. Reid told Kilkenny People Sport, “I have to say, since Friday, I’ve slept with a smile on my face.”
Comedians John Bishop and Neil Delamere also join the sofa. Bishop will discuss his upcoming tour Let’s Go Round Again, which heads to Ireland in May of next year, alongside his travels to Patagonia with Jason Byrne. Delamere drops in to promote his stand-up tour, Neil’s on Wheels.
| Guest | Background / Project |
|---|---|
| Nicola Coughlan | Bridgerton, I Am Helen (Channel 4) |
| John Bishop | Let’s Go Round Again tour |
| Neil Delamere | Neil’s on Wheels stand-up tour |
| Lyra | Shane MacGowan musical tribute |
Cork singer Lyra will perform a musical tribute to the late Shane MacGowan and share exciting personal news. RTÉ confirmed that one child in Ireland will receive exciting news regarding the upcoming Late Toy Show.
The Late Show airs on Friday at 9:35pm on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player.
