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16 Oct 2025

Who are the guests on the Late Late Show on RTE this week as line-up is revealed

RTE have announced a cracking line-up of guests set to appear on the show this week including Kingfishr with a live performance of their new song

Who are the guests on the Late Late Show on RTE this week as line-up is revealed

Who are the guests on the Late Late Show on RTE this week

RTE has announced the line-up for this weeks The Late Late Show hosted by Patrick Kielty on RTE Player and RTE Player One.

One of the star guests are Kingfishr, a Limerick based band known for their hit song Killeagh, will make their welcome return to show to chat to Patrick about their journey from college parties in Limerick to international stages.

They will also discuss how their song Killeagh became the soundtrack of the Irish summer and they will perform the first-ever live television performance of their new single Diamonds and Roses as well as a special performance ofKilleagh.  

Next to join Patrick on the show will be Baz Ashmawy to chat about his latest TV projects.

Since starting out in his career, Baz has proved his versatility - now fronting hit shows DIY SOS and The Money Listand writing and starring in drama series Faithless.

He will open up about turning 50 this year, how he’s busier than ever and why, more than a decade on from his Emmy-winning series 50 Ways to Kill Your Mammy, his mammy Nancy is still his rock.

Comedian and bestselling author David Walliams will also join Patrick Kielty this week to talk about his brand-new book Santa and Son - his 44th publication and first festive adventure for young readers.

He will reflect on the highs and lows of his career to date and share why he loves visiting Ireland.  

Dublin woman Kathleen Richards will share her powerful story of survival of when she found herself living in the same house as Fred and Rose West - two of Britain’s most notorious serial killers.

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She will speak to Patrick about the terrible abuse she endured while living in their home and the night she managed to escape. Kathleen will also reflect on the shock of discovering the full extent of the Wests’ depraved crimes and why she’s now using her voice to help others find strength and hope in the aftermath of unimaginable experiences. 

Soprano Celine Byrne will join this week’s line-up to chat about how a childhood footing turf and playing camogie led her to duetting with some of the world’s biggest stars on the most famous stages. She will also discuss her upcoming role in Madama Butterfly coming to Dublin in November and share a sneak peek of what audiences can expect from this powerful operatic performance.   

Eurovision legend Linda Martin will be in studio to help crown The Late Late Show Pet Hero of the Year.

She’ll introduce the tail-wagging heroes whose bravery, loyalty and love have made a real difference in the lives of their owners—from saving lives to supporting people in their hour of need, these four-legged heroes are sure to steal the show. 

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