Double Ireland AM shake-up as two hosts completely missing from screens and replacements revealed
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Muireann, Tommy and Alan are Ireland AM's mainstay hosts
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Siomha and Ray are filling in for Tommy and Muireann this week
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However, both Tommy and Muireann are currently enjoying some well deserved time off from work.
Tommy hasn't presented the show since July 17 as he
While Muireann, who was off air yesterday and this morning, stayed a little closer to home and enjoyed a staycation in Ireland last weekend.
The pair were replaced by weekend co-host Siomha Ni Ruairc and Ray Foley, who often fills in for the stars while they're away.
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The trio all smiled from ear-to-ear for a stunning snap on set in the Virgin Media studio.
Alan looked dapper wearing a beige blazer, navy sequin shirt and a pair of denim jeans.
Siomha stunned in a short sleeve black mini dress with buttons down the front.
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And Ray returned on air wearing a brown knit polo top and a pair of denim jeans.
On today's show, the presenters spoke about the use of AI and sat down with singer George Murphy.
Ireland AM turns into Love Island as Alan Hughes leaves co-host in stitches during hilarious taste test moment on air
While celebrity weatherman Deric Hartigan reported live from the Aran Islands as he explores what Inis Mór has to offer.
For yesterday's cooking segment, chef Caryna Camerino joined the hosts in the studio to whip up a batch of fresh cinnamon buns.
Once they were ready, Alan and Siomha gave them a try - but the pair quickly burst out laughing as
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As they tried the pastries, Siomha said: "I'm going to need a minute here."
Alan then added: "Yeah there's a lot of noise here. It's like when they kiss on Love Island and I hate it."
The presenters couldn't contain their laughter as they made "mmm" noises into their microphones, with Alan dragging out the sound for effect.
Alan added: "If you want to watch back on the 'mmm' you can sign up to Virgin Media Play or scan the QR code on the screen to enter online."
He then continued to make the noise while Siomha tried to move on and tell viewers what was coming up after the break.
Just before the show cut to a break, Siomha couldn't resist making the noise one last time.
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