Latest news with #MauraDerrane
Extra.ie
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Popular RTE programme set to disappear from screens within days amid summer schedule shake-up
RTE fans are in for a seasonal shake-up as popular daytime programme 'Today' prepares to go off-air for the summer. The long-running afternoon chat show, fronted by Maura Derrane, Dáithí Ó Sé, and Sinéad Kennedy, has been a weekday staple from 3:30pm to 5:40pm, entertaining viewers for the past nine months. Dáithí Ó Sé and Maura Derrane. Pic: Gerard McCarthy Dáithí co-hosts alongside Sinéad on Mondays and Tuesdays, before teaming up with Maura from Wednesday to Friday. However, the current season will wrap up on Friday, May 30, as the team signs off for their traditional summer hiatus. Sinéad Kennedy confirmed the season's end via Instagram, revealing it was the 'second last week of the season.' She thanked the production team, saying: 'Thanks as ever to the wonderful team I work with week in and week out.' Sinéad returned to the show last September following maternity leave after welcoming her second child, Theo, with husband Conor Kirwan. The couple, who also share a four-year-old daughter, Indie, spent time in Belgium during her leave, where Conor is based with the European Defence Agency. The show is set to return in September as part of RTE's autumn schedule. RTE's shake-up doesn't stop with 'Today'. The Late Late Show also ended its current run earlier this month, with host Patrick Kielty wrapping up his second season on Friday, May 9. The comedian from Co. Down, who took over the reins from Ryan Tubridy and signed a three-season deal, thanked viewers for their support as he now takes a break until September 2025. The Late Late Show host Patrick Kielty. Pic: Andres Poveda His final episode featured memorable guests including RTE broadcaster Joe Duffy, who discussed his upcoming retirement, singer Nadine Coyle of Girls Aloud, and NFL legend Tom Brady. To fill the Friday night slot during the break, RTE will air a selection of films at 9:35pm, offering a lighter summer lineup in place of The Late Late Show.
The Irish Sun
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
RTE viewers set for disappointment as hit show vanishes off screens in just DAYS in summer shake-up
RTE viewers set for disappointment as hit show vanishes off screens in just DAYS in summer shake-up , hosted by , and Sinead Kennedy, has been entertaining the nation for the past nine months. 2 Maura Derrane and Daithi O Se will be bidding farewell to viewers on Friday Credit: Social Media Collect 2 Today will return on air in autumn Credit: Reuters The popular chat show airs every Monday to Friday at 3.30pm to 5.40pm. Daithi co-hosts with Sinead every Monday and Tuesday before he's joined by Maura on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. However, the series will be wrapping up for its annual Sinead confirmed the departure date over on Instagram last Monday as she said it was the "second last week of the season". read more on today The Cork beauty added: "Thanks as ever to the wonderful team I work with week in and week out." Sinead had returned on air last September for a brand new season of 's hit afternoon show after her which she headed on in November 2023. She welcomed her second child Sinead, already mum to four-year-old daughter Indie with husband Conor Kirwan, spent some time in read more on the irish sun The hit chat show was jam-packed this season with appearances from many Today will be back on air in September for the new autumn RTE schedule. Maura Derrane shares 'beautiful' video from Italian holiday The broadcaster, who signed a three-season deal to take over after TV TWIST This For his last show of the season, the Down comic was joined by Meanwhile, Nadine Viewers also got treated to a performance of
The Irish Sun
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘What a dress', gush fans as RTE star Maura Derrane stuns in ‘fabulous' designer frock for major awards show
RTE star Maura Derrane had her fans gushing after she shared details of her look from the Platinum VIP Style Awards. The VIP Style Awards took place in the Intercontinental Hotel in Dublin on Friday night with Ireland's most fashionable starlets dressed to the nines. Advertisement 2 Maura Derrane stepped out in style for the VIP Style Awards Credit: Brian McEvoy 2 Maura shared outfit details with fans On Friday night, The 54-year-old was at the bash as she was up for the Best Look of the Year award. But the star went home empty-handed with Rosanna Davison taking the trophy. One loss aside, Maura took to her Instagram today to share some stunning red-carpet snaps from the night. Advertisement read more on maura derrane The mum-of-one looked fabulous in a silk white dress that featured a deep v cut neckline. The jaw-dropping frock also had three quarter length sleeves along with figure hugging zips on the hip accentuating curves. Maura's maxi dress was from Irish designer Shauna Courtney, who has also dressed Una Healy in the past. The piece currently retails on their site for €122. Advertisement MOST READ ON THE IRISH SUN To round off her evening glam, Maura put on a pair of clay earrings from Aurela Belle and put on a pair of Showing off her look for the evening, Maura wrote: "Platinum VIP Style Awards @ Maura Derrane shares 'beautiful' video from Italian holiday "So proud to wear all #irishdesign. This is probably my favourite evening dress of all time. "It's from a fabulous young #irishdesigner @shaunacourtneylondon So well crafted, amazing cut and soooo comfortable. Advertisement "Thanks again to @ A wonderful night @intercondublin." Friends and fans raced to the presenter's comment section to gush over her fabulous gown. MAUR FASHION Claire commented: "What a dress." Anna said: "I am obsessed with this dress!" Advertisement Amelia gushed: "A film star Maura... stunning." Another fan added: "You look Fab Maura."
The Irish Sun
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Ageless RTE star Maura Derrane shows off incredible figure in dreamy denim look as fans say ‘so classy'
AGELESS RTE star Maura Derrane has shown off her incredible figure in a sensational denim look. The 2 Maura Derrane looked sensational in denim jeans from Born Fashion 2 Maura's jeans cost just €49.99 online When it comes to styling her figure, The However, this week, the mum-of-one opted for a pair of flattering flare jeans and a elegant blue blouse. Maura's jeans hugged her curves perfectly as they sat just below her waist. READ MORE IN MAURA DERRANE The gorgeous Toxik High Waisted Medium Blue Denim Jeans from Born are currently priced at €49.99 on their website. The denim flares have a slim fit and two cute front pockets. The ideal wardrobe staple for those on the lookout for a new pair of jeans. The star 's loose dusty blue shirt is from Carraig Donn and retails at €45. Most read in News TV The Long Sleeve Blouse with Flower Detail in Light Blue is versatile enough for any occasion, with its lightweight fabric providing both style and comfort. Maura opted to add a simple pair of white stiletto heels to round off the look. 'Classy as always' gush fans as RTE star Maura Derrane shows off 'sensational' on air outfit She also has her brunette hair down and styled perfectly in a straight blow-dry. Never one for too much make-up , Maura kept it simple with a matte foundation and peach coloured blush. 'BORN TO WEAR JEANS' Maura penned in her caption: " Another dreamy day. Not as hot as the last few, so decided on this casual but chic outfit of the day." The Irish host's fans all raced to the comment section to gush over her latest look. Marie wrote: "Absolutely GORGEOUS Maura. Wow, wow." Amelia said: "Stunning maura. Beautiful on you. Maura very classy." Shauna remarked: "Absolutely weak for your look today." While John added: "You were born to wear Jeans Maura, wow."
The Irish Sun
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
RTE splurge €140k on make-up over two years – as chiefs pick high-end cosmetics & foots €16k bill for Fair City glam
RTE has spent more than €140,000 on make-up over the past two years, with nearly half of that paid to high-end retailer Brown Thomas. 4 The cosmetics tab for Fair City was €16,705 4 RTE Today Show host Maura Derrane The total bill from January of 2023 to March of this year was €144,081 - or the equivalent of around €5,300 each month. A database of costs shows that Brown Thomas was the most favoured outlet for make-up purchases with €67,000 spent with the store. Around €3,000 was spent on purchases through Other items listed included €32.79 for fake eyelashes and glue, €26 for hairspray and wipes, and a €28 bill from Partyworld. Read more in TV Almost half of the €144,000 bill was attributed to RTE's central make-up department, but other well-known programmes ran up their own bills. The cosmetics tab for TG4 incurred makeup costs of nearly €4,600 while just over €15,000 was paid out for the Other costs included €3,400 for the Most read in News TV A €44.96 bill was attributed to the Sunday Game and €53.56 for An information note from RTE said: 'Make-up is used to ensure that presenters and guests look natural on television screens while in a professional setting. RTE Fair City first look '[It's also used for] creating special effects such as wounds, bruises, tattoos, prosthetics and to create the correct appearance for actors depending on the desired effect.' The note said the products bought needed to be suitable for use with high-definition cameras and last for the entirety of sometimes lengthy broadcasting events. RTE said: 'A broad range of brands are used while checking for allergies or sensitivities and will include vegan and cruelty free ranges. '[Our] make-up team work closely with both the lighting department to consider how lights will impact on the appearance of the skin in both studio and external locations and colleagues in the costume department to ensure a cohesive look.' 4 RTE Today Show host Sinead Kennedy Credit: Social media - Refer to source 4 Today Show is presented by Maura and Derrane and Daithi O Se Credit: Miki Barlok
