Ireland AM stars Muireann O'Connell and Tommy Bowe return on air for ‘mayhem' show WITHOUT co-host Alan Hughes
IRELAND AM stars Muireann O'Connell and Tommy Bowe returned on air for "mayhem" WITHOUT their co-host Alan Hughes.
The Virgin Media hosts usually present the show together every Monday to Thursday at 7am until 10am.
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Alan was missing from today's show
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Tommy and Muireann were back on air this morning
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However,
The Dubliner has yet to disclose the reason behind his disappearance.
Welcoming viewers, Tommy opened the programme saying: "Good morning to you, you are watching Ireland AM on Virgin Media One.
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Muireann added: "We have a jam-packed show for you today filled with ministers, musicians and Met Gala mayhem… we'll call it mayhem."
Tommy complimented Muireann on her fashion saying: "You're dressed the part, fair play."
The Limerick native tried to dress on theme for the Met Gala, which was Superfine Tailoring Black Style.
Muireann looked gorgeous wearing black leather trousers, a black top, a black blazer and black pointed heels.
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She joked: "I tried to tailor it guys. Dunnes Stores… not exactly like Kim Kardashian."
During the show, Muireann and Tommy sat down with the Minister for Education Colm Brophy, spoke about the Met Gala shocking looks and found out about the craze over nicotine pouches.
Ireland AM star marks career milestone after first weekend on air and fans say he's 'a natural'
Eric Roberts appeared on the show as a main co-host over the weekend with
The social media sensation was previously on the chat show to present TikTok trend reviews and small news segments.
But, this time around, Eric took on a full three hour hosting spot on the show.
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After wrapping up his first full weekend on the
He posted a series of snaps he captured on set during his debut weekend on the show.
The host looked super smart as he wore a brown dress coat, cream tailored trousers and patent black boots.
In the caption of his post, he wrote: "My first weekend presenting on @irelandamvmtv and what an amazing experience!
"I've fallen in love with presenting and so grateful for the opportunity!
"I'll be back on your screens again soon! Stay tuned."
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