‘Ah stop' cry fans as RTE star breaks silence after rumours he's taking over iconic radio show
RTE star Carl Mullan has addressed rumours that he is in the running to take over Joe Duffy's Liveline spot.
The 2FM host was caught in the
fire
after a clip shared to
star
sitting inside the renowned
Radio
1 studio.
2
Carl Mullan sent fans into a frenzy as he shared a clip of himself in the Radio 1 studio
2
Carl was quick to clear up the rumours with a hilarious video
In the short
video
posted to the official
seat
in the studio.
The popular presenter looked around the room in shock and then stared down at the mic in front of him.
A caption over the clip wrote: "When you stumble into the wrong studio."
But fans were left reeling when RTE
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The cheeky comment and the clip made for some serious discourse online as fans wondered if Carl was now in the lead to replace Duffy.
But, the
funny
man was quick to shut down the rumours with a sarcastic video posted to his own Instagram page.
The 32-year-old said: "Hello all,
Carl Mullan
here, award-winning dancer and Irish media
sex
symbol.
"I would like to clear up some confusion that has been created."
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The dad-of-three continued: "There was a video released on the 2FM Instagram page where I was seen in the RTE Radio 1 studio.
"And people have been speculating as to whether it might mean I am taking over from
Joe Duffy
."
Carl Mullan shares adorable clip of 18-month-old daughter singing
The Irish host sarcastically remarked: "Well, I would like to clear up the confusion and confirm that, yes, I am absolutely, definitely in the
running
to take over from Joe.
"Even though I've only just started a brand-new show on 2FM."
Carl then humorously pointed at a freeze-frame of the clip of him in the Radio 1 studio looking completely stunned.
He added: "And this was the photograph that I chose to announce myself as in the running because I think I look really great in it and very professional as well."
The star wrapped up his comical response to the clip by saying: "Just so there is no confusion, I will be putting my name forward to take over from Joe Duffy, I hope this clears things up."
JUMPING TO CONCLUSIONS
Fans all flocked to the comment section to react to Carl's hilarious clap back.
RTE Radio 1 commented: "Broke our ankles jumping to conclusions."
Deirdre said: "Sure you could do both
jobs
carl, breakfast show over in plenty of time to prep for the Carl Mullen show. You'd be brilliant!! Just imagine the craic."
Siobhan wrote: "Ahahah Carl don't ever change."
Collette added: "Never mind Joe Duffy you should be doing stand up!"
And Pamela remarked: "Ah stop!"
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