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26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Styled By Niamh: New Miss Ireland Caoimhe Kenny on why now it's her time to shine
Newly-crowned Miss Ireland Caoimhe Kenny, the model daughter of Irish football manager Stephen Kenny, credits her father with her competitive edge. However, the beauty queen says her mother Siobhan is the true rallying force behind the family. 'So my mom spent her life driving me to ballet classes and my brothers to football training,' Caoimhe told Styled. 'She would have spent so much of her time in the car, but I think that has shown me how much she wanted us to succeed and be the best we could be.' Before marrying football-mad Stephen, Caoimhe's mum had been in a highly successful senior managerial role in the corporate sector. 'My mom gave up everything in order to give us the best growing up. 'So I will always credit my mom for being the biggest influence,' said Caoimhe. Now she's forging her own road to success, Caoimhe says she has developed a deeper appreciation of the sacrifices both her parents made during her formative years. 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'From a very young age, since we moved up to Donegal when he was managing Derry City, they are the earliest games I remember,' said Caoimhe. 'I would have been around six or seven going to the matches. And it became pretty much part of my weekly routine. 'We would all go to all the home games.' Boohoo Double Buckle Footbed Slider – €18.50 But now it's time for Caoimhe to shine in the household, she says her father is more than happy to play a supporting role. 'I really enjoy going to the football matches but now, obviously that I'm doing Miss Ireland, I think it's been the talk of the house for the past couple of months,' admits Caoimhe. 'And me and mom make a joke in the house that, you know, 'oh, like now it's my turn'. Like it's my time to shine.' V by Very Aztec Detal Midi Dress – €45 'But it's only a bit of banter. It's just a bit of light-hearted fun.' Banter aside, Caoimhe was seriously emotional to have her proud dad watch on as she was crowned Miss lreland at the glitzy final. 'But you know, it really meant a lot to me that he was there for the final, because obviously he has a very busy schedule, and you know, he has matches on a Friday, so he's not always available. 'So to be able to be there, that he made the time to be there, and for him to be in the audience, that really meant a lot to me.' CHECK, MATE Gingham, the quintessential chequered classic, has grown up with great sartorial aplomb. No longer the preserve of school girl outfits, prairie pastiche or tablecloths, gingham has been treated to a very stylish makeover. Stepping off the catwalks in adult cuts and polished fashion, for the summer at least, gingham is here to stay. With gingham patterns everywhere we are smitten with everything from pretty gingham dresses, peplum tops, swimwear – and even gingham ballet flats – ensure you are a check-mate in the style stakes this summer. REGALLY STYLISH Actress Michelle Keegan's latest collection at online shop Very is simply stunning. It features an eclectic selection of old-Hollywood style dresses, fun and flirty shorts, and tops that can take you from summer days to nights in a fashionable heartbeat. Looking every inch the beauty queen, Caoimhe models a polka dot dress featuring a delicate sweetheart neckline with a full-skied body which accentuates the figure. The material, cut and design of the Very collection is impressive and the reasonable price point of under €100 for a variety of dresses belies the quality. The pieces are also timeless, so not just a one-wear wonder. PLAYFUL PLAYSUITS If you invest in one piece of clothing this summer, then consider a playsuit as a never-let-you-down outfit. Playsuits are an easy-to-wear choice that can conceal any lumps and bumps if you're having a bad day, but never fail in the fashion stakes. They can be buttoned up or zipped, wide-leg or slimline chic. They are fun, versatile and take the hassle out of fashion. MINTED Whether it's olive, pastel, sea or mint – green is the colour of summer. And unlike its sisters cooler blue or warm red, green is one colour that suits every skin, eye and hair tone so be seen in whatever shade of green takes your fancy this summer season. Pictures by Michael Chester @chesterpicsMakeup by Erin Burke @erinburkemua Shot on location at Fairways Hotel Dundalk
Irish Daily Mirror
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Miss Ireland 2025 shares the one thing her famous dad always told her
Newly crowned Miss Ireland Caoimhe Kenny has told how her famous football dad Stephen Kenny encouraged her to chase her dreams. On Saturday night, the 24-year-old was crowned the 77th Miss Ireland at a ceremony in the Knightsbrook Hotel in Trim, Co Meath on Saturday night. The Co Louth native, from Blackrock, told how much of an honour it is being Miss Ireland 2025. She said: 'It is an honour. I fully believe in myself. I put the work in over the past several months. I felt confident I can do it but at the same time, the women I shared the stage with are all so incredible and they all have incredible stories and in that moment, it really can be anyone's to take. 'The judges are looking for different things and who they feel should represent Ireland at Miss World. I was the lucky one. On that day, they felt I was the right person for that job, and they believed in me. My parents are so incredibly supportive and so is my dad. If anyone has shown me to go and chase dreams, it's my dad. My dad, when he was a young child and said he wanted to be a football manager, his parents believed in him. They carried that forward with me. They were 100 per cent behind me and supportive.' The Brown Thomas beauty buyer admitted that while she doesn't like to tell people who her famous dad is, she doesn't shy away from the family connection when she meets people. 'I would never go forward with 'I'm the daughter of Stephen Kenny' but at the end of the day, that is who my dad is and I'm proud of that. 'I have a lovely loving relationship with him. I would never try and hide it. But obviously I want people to know that I have a story too and I want people to get to know me and see beyond that. But I wouldn't try to hide that. I wouldn't change my parents for the world.' But she joked that with all the chaos around the Miss Ireland finals, she forgot about Father's Day on Sunday. 'I woke up on Sunday morning and realised it was Father's Day. I said to him, 'That's your Father's Day present'. I had it in my head that it was Father's Day and usually I'm on the ball with the presents and the cards but just this one weekend, I think I was caught up in what I was doing. But he found that amazing. He definitely enjoyed that comment,' she said laughing. Caoimhe, who has been a dancer since she was five years old, is one of Siobhán and Stephen Kenny's four children, along with siblings Eoin, Neave and Fionn. She is also a volunteer with Save Our Homeless Dundalk and Hygiene Hub Louth. 'The big part of Miss Ireland and Miss World is your beauty with a purpose projects so that's all about your reason why you want to be Miss Ireland. For me, that's the work that I do in my community and that is Save Our Homeless Dundalk and Hygiene Hub Louth. I'm very proud to volunteer with them. 'For me, volunteering in my community keeps me incredibly grounded. I realised and learned that you don't need to live someone's struggle to stand with them, you just need the courage to show up and the will to act. For me, it's inspiring other people that they could make a difference and be a voice to the unheard. 'Every single one of us has a part to play in society. That's the message I want to bring forward to Miss Ireland. We all have a responsibility. The likes of homelessness….it can happen to anyone. If it can happen to anyone, the help must come from everyone. 'That's the message I want to bring. We can all have a positive impact. You don't need to be powerful to create change – you just have to care enough to try.' The winner of Miss Ireland receives a modelling agency contract and a host of prizes before jetting off to represent Ireland next year on the international stage at the Miss World Festival.
The Irish Sun
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Former ROI manager Stephen Kenny's daughter crowned Miss Ireland & steps out with rarely-seen-family in new snaps
IRISH sporting legend Stephen Kenny's daughter Caoimhe posed for a snap alongside her dad as she bagged a major crown. The popular footballer shares three other kids with his wife Siobhan; Eoin, Neave, Fionn and Caoimhe. Advertisement 3 Caoimhe took home the Miss Ireland crown last night Credit: Brian McEvoy 3 Caoimhe was runner-up last year in the competition Credit: Brian McEvoy 3 All of Caoimhe's family were at the glam event to celebrate her win Credit: Brian McEvoy Yesterday, the 77th Miss Ireland competition took place at the Knightsbrook Hotel in Trim, Co Meath. During the evening 21 finalists stepped out into the spotlight for the glam event, vying for the coveted crown However, only one of the girls could emerge on top, and the latest recipient of the Miss The pair beamed as they posed for a quick snap after Caoimhe had received the top accolade. Advertisement read more on stephen kenny Caoimhe was the first runner-up in the competition last year in She is also a volunteer with Save Our Homeless Dundalk and Hygiene Hub Louth. Caoimhe also worked for the Junk Kouture competition and attended the Oscar Wilde Awards in LA wearing a dress made from plastic created by teenage students in Ireland. She has been a dancer since she was five years old, training in ballet, tap, modern dance and acrobatics. Advertisement Most read in Football Live Blog The 24-year-old embraced her dad warmly as both of them could barely contain their joy. The 53-year-old looked dapper in a smart green and black three piece suit. RTE star makes hilarious response to Joe Duffy replacement rumours While Caoimhe looked ethereal in a jaw-dropping green frock that featured little embellished flowers. In another snap from the evening, former Miss Ireland, Rebecca Maguire delightedly handed over the crown to Caoimhe. Advertisement It was a full family celebration for Caoimhe as after receiving the crown, she was snapped chatting to her two grannies. PROUD PARENT Both Stephen and Siobhan's mothers, Marie Kenny and Olive Whelan, beamed with pride as they spoke to their granddaughter. Former Miss Irelands include In recent years, the Miss Ireland franchise has raised over €350,000 for various charities including Laura Lynn, Temple Street, Alzheimer's Ireland, Pieta House, The Cari Foundation and The Julian Benson Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Advertisement The Miss Ireland pageant aims to celebrate intelligence, ambition, and cultural pride, evolving into a platform that champions female leadership and philanthropy. The winner of Miss Ireland receives a modelling agency contract and a host of prizes before jetting off to represent Ireland next year on the international stage at the Miss World Festival.
Sunday World
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Sunday World
Caoimhe Kenny, daughter of ex-Ireland boss Stephen Kenny, crowned Miss Ireland
Caoimhe Kenny is one of Siobhán and Stephen Kenny's four children, along with siblings Eoin, Neave and Fionn. Caoimhe Kenny who was crowned Miss Ireland 2025 at the Knightsbrook Hotel in Trim, Co Meath, on Saturday night. Photo: Brian McEvoy Miss Louth Caoimhe Kenny who was crowned Miss Ireland 2025 at the Knightsbrook Hotel in Trim,Co Meath, pictured with her grandmothers Marie Kenny and Olive Whelan. Photo: Brian McEvoy Former Miss Ireland Rebeccca Maguire with Caoimhe Kenny who was crowned Miss Ireland 2025. Photo: Brian McEvoy Stephen Kenny with his daughter Caoimhe Kenny who was crowned Miss Ireland 2025. Photo: Brian McEvoy Caoimhe Kenny, who is the daughter of Stephen Kenny, was crowned 77th Miss Ireland last night. The ceremony took place at the Knightsbrook Hotel in Trim, Co Meath, when the finalists from across Ireland stepped into the spotlight. Ms Kenny (24) was celebrating her victory and taking pictures with her family last night, including her grandmothers, Olive Whelan and Mary Kenny, and her father. The new Miss Ireland is the daughter of former Ireland and Dundalk FC football manager, Stephen Kenny, who currently manages Dublin side St Patrick's Athletic FC. Stephen Kenny with his daughter Caoimhe Kenny who was crowned Miss Ireland 2025. Photo: Brian McEvoy Miss Louth Caoimhe Kenny who was crowned Miss Ireland 2025 at the Knightsbrook Hotel in Trim,Co Meath, pictured with her grandmothers Marie Kenny and Olive Whelan. Photo: Brian McEvoy Ms Kenny is one of Siobhán and Stephen Kenny's four children, along with siblings Eoin, Neave and Fionn. Ms Kenny, who entered the competition as Miss Louth, from Blackrock in the county, is a beauty buying assistant for Brown Thomas and Arnotts. She is also a volunteer with Save Our Homeless Dundalk and Hygiene Hub Louth. Ms Kenny was the first runner-up in the final of Miss Universe Ireland 2024 held in Dundalk last year. Previously, she worked for the Junk Kouture competition and attended the Oscar Wilde Awards in LA wearing a dress made from plastic created by teenage students in Ireland. "My love of fashion took me on an incredible career with Junk Kouture," she said in a post on Instagram. Stephen Kenny with his daughter Caoimhe Kenny who was crowned Miss Ireland 2025. Photo: Brian McEvoy News in 90 Seconds - 15th June 2025 "Working closely with young creatives, my journey has taken me across the US, UK, Europe and Abu Dhabi, educating young people on sustainable fashion and empowering them to use their creativity to express themselves and drive change," she added. She has been a dancer since she was five years old, training in ballet, tap, modern dance and acrobatics. The Miss Ireland pageant was established in 1947, and its previous winners include Rosanna Davison, Holly Carpenter, Aoife Walsh, Pamela Flood and Rebecca Maguire. In recent years, the Miss Ireland franchise has raised more than €350,000 for various charities, including Laura Lynn, Temple Street, Alzheimer's Ireland, and Pieta House. The winner of Miss Ireland receives an modelling agency contract and a host of prizes before jetting off to represent Ireland next year on the international stage at the Miss World Festival. Former Miss Ireland Rebeccca Maguire with Caoimhe Kenny who was crowned Miss Ireland 2025. Photo: Brian McEvoy
Irish Daily Mirror
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Pics: Caoimhe Kenny, daughter of ex-Ireland boss Stephen, crowned Miss Ireland
Caoimhe Kenny, the daughter of former Republic of Ireland football manager and current boss of St. Patrick's Athletic Stephen Kenny, was crowned the 77th Miss Ireland at the Knightsbrook Hotel in Trim Co Meath on Saturday night. The finalists vying for the coveted Miss Ireland 2025 crown stepped into the spotlight at the gala event, which was first held in Ireland in 1947. The Miss Ireland pageant aims to celebrate intelligence, ambition, and cultural pride, evolving into a platform that champions female leadership and philanthropy. Former Miss Irelands include Rosanna Davison, Pamela Flood, Holly Carpenter, Rebecca Maguire, Lauren McDonagh, Aoife O Sullivan, Amanda Brunker, Pamela Uba, Aoife Walsh, Michelle Rocca, Olivia Tracy, Jasmine Gerhardt and many more. In recent years, the Miss Ireland Franchise has raised over €350,000 for various charities including Laura Lynn, Temple Street, Alzheimer's Ireland, Pieta House, The Cari Foundation and The Julian Benson Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. The finalists of Miss Ireland are put through their paces in a process testing their skills in debating, public speaking, talent, sports, modelling, social media and each finalist is tasked with raising much-needed awareness and funds for their chosen charities. As this year's Miss Ireland, Caoimhe Kenny will receive a lucrative agency contract and a host of prizes and will have a chance to jet off to represent Ireland next year on an international stage at the Miss World Festival, which is televised in over 100 countries around the world. Check out pictures from the event below. Get all the big crime and court stories direct to your phone on our new WhatsApp service. Sign up here. Caoimhe and Stephen Kenny 1 of 11 Miss Louth Caoimhe Kenny from Dundalk wakes up to her first day as the new Miss Ireland 2 of 11 Caoimhe Kenny from Dundalk with her father Stephen, mother Siobhan and her brother Eoin after she was crowned Miss Ireland 2025 3 of 11 Caoimhe Kenny from Dundalk (Second from the left ) with the runners up after she was crowned Miss Ireland 2025 at the Knightsbrook Hotel in Trim, Co Meath 4 of 11 Caoimhe Kenny with her father Stephen and mother Siobhan 5 of 11
