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‘I'm absolutely thrilled', says RTE star Jennifer Zamparelli as she announces new career move with ‘sexy' twist

‘I'm absolutely thrilled', says RTE star Jennifer Zamparelli as she announces new career move with ‘sexy' twist

The Irish Sun22-04-2025

RTE star Jennifer Zamparelli has said she's "absolutely thrilled" as she revealed her new career move.
The Dublin beauty has joined the cast of a popular musical that's coming to Dublin.
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Jennifer is starring in The Rocky Horror Show
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Jennifer is reuniting with her 'old pal' Jason Donovan
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The hit show is returning to the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre in Dublin from August 11 - 16.
The Dancing With The Stars host will also be joined by her dear friend Jason Donovan, who reprises his role as Frank N' Furter following the sold-out tour in Australia last year.
The pair will be reunited after previously sharing the stage in the 2013 production of Pricilla Queen of the Desert.
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Speaking about her exciting new role, Jennifer said: "I'm absolutely thrilled to be taking on the role of the Narrator in the iconic musical The Rocky Horror Show when it comes to Dublin in August.
"It's always been a favourite of mine! It's sexy, outrageously funny and it's going to be so much fun working with such a brilliant cast, including my old pal – the legend that is Jason Donovan!"
Jennifer also took to her Instagram stories to notify her fans and added: "It's going to be so much fun. The Rocky Horror Show is epic. It's one of those musicals you have to go see live. I can't wait to get stuck in.
"So hopefully we'll see you there... in your suspenders maybe!"
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Tickets for the hit musical are on sale now, with prices staring from €35 on Ticketmaster.
Jennifer will also be performing in Derry from August 18 - 23 and in Cork from August 25 - 30.
Jennifer Zamparelli shows off new hair
The mum-of-two recently
The presenter's hair length was just below her shoulders and she got it cut into a stunning bob.
The Dublin beauty posed for a sweet video while showing off her luscious locks.
BUSY JEN
She wrote: "Choppy changey... dare I say! Wanted a bob I could flick around the place.
"Thanks Berndette. Brief executed perfectly."
Jen wrapped series eight of Dancing With The Stars last month - and has been taking full advantage of her time off.
Herself and her husband Lauterio
The lovebirds looked happy as ever as they posed for a selfie with a magnificent peach-coloured sunset in the background.
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Jennifer has said she's 'thrilled' with her new gig

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