Latest news with #MiriamO'Callaghan
Irish Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
RTE star set to go into harrowing detail about breakdown of marriage in new book
RTE star Miriam O'Callaghan is set to go into the harrowing detail of the breakdown in her first marriage in her first memoir. And the Prime Time host has also ruled out '100 per cent' that she will not run for the Irish Presidency. The mum-of-eight revealed on Friday she will debut her first memoir in October after taking 20 years to write it. Speaking to the Sunday Independent, Miriam said: 'I am 100 percent ruling out running for the presidency." On considering putting her name forward for nomination she said: "I address the whole subject in my book. That's all I'll say." In 1983 she married fellow broadcaster Tom McGurk and the couple had four daughters: Jessica, Georgia, Alannah and Clara. They split in 1995. Her second marriage was to Steve Carson. They married in 2000 and have four sons together - Conor, Jack, Daniel and Jamie. Asked if the book will cover the breakdown of her first marriage she said: "There's no part of my life or story that I do not address. 'I write about everything. And I think that is only fair to readers. Otherwise, they'll feel I'm just telling half a story. "I've lived my life in the public eye for a long time - and I always feel that if I ask people to open up to me in interviews, then why shouldn't I be open with others? "What is so precious and important about my life that I can keep it all hidden, when I expect others to tell me the truths about their lives? So there will be things in the book that people don't know about me." The book will also address the inside story of media storms and career disappointments, including rumours about being considered for the Late Late Show. "I explain the full story, which not everyone knows. I talk about the process around it and how it can end up a terrible mess. I've been inside a number of huge media storms down the years. 'And I explain the anatomy of those in the book, which is interesting." She also ruled out any desire to leave RTÉ, saying: "I'm obsessed with figures. I really care about how many people listen to me and watch me. And right now, loads of people listen and watch. "So long as that happens, I'll be there. I'll know the day people are really, really sick of me and I'll be gone. "But right now I love it - and, as Nigella Lawson says: 'It's important for younger women to see that you can be out there doing a good job as an older woman and doing it well."
Dublin Live
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Dublin Live
Miriam O'Callaghan to tell of 'worst year of life' as she releases first memoir
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info RTE star Miriam O'Callaghan has revealed she is set to release her first memoir. Miriam: Life, Work, Everything will be published on October 30 and will be the Prime Time host's first book. The mum-of-eight is set to dish details on her personal life and fascinating insights into a career that has given her a ringside seat to a changing Ireland. Speaking about her memoir, Miriam admitted it has taken 20 years to write and she is set to tell all about "the worst year of my life" in 1995. She said: "I have written my memoir, I can't believe I am saying that. It's 20 years since Sandycove first sent me a contract - let's just say, it's taken a while! "I thank them for their patience, persistence and belief in my story. I have always lived my life in fast forward, so I never thought I would have the time to look back and reflect. "I also reflect on the worst year of my life, 1995, my BC and AD - the year that forced me to rethink everything. I also wondered if anyone would be interested. Then one day not that long ago - with a prompt from Patricia Deevy - I decided I would write it, because if I didn't write it now, I might never do so." The Dubliner said she thought the book would focus solely on her work as a Journalist but instead she will open up about her family life also. "At first I thought it would just be about my work as a journalist, but then when I began writing I realised how impossible it was to separate my professional and personal lives. "I don't know if that's because I'm a woman or a mother or both or none of those things, but I just knew that for my story to be authentic and truthful, I couldn't simply focus on the work side of my life. "My career in broadcast journalism over four decades has mirrored a profoundly changed Ireland and I have been lucky enough to have had an eyewitness view. It was a privilege to cover the peace process for both the BBC and RTÉ, and at times it has been emotional looking back. "Major career moments include: presenting on the days of both the Good Friday Agreement and when we all voted by a whopping majority on this island for peace; campaigning for John Hume to be voted as 'Ireland's Greatest' person in 2010; presenting the Marriage Referendum results from Dublin Castle in 2015 and my interview with Leo Varadkar that same year when he was the first cabinet minister in the history of our country to come out as a gay man. "When members of the public come up to me, they will often ask about certain programmes or interviews I have done, but more often than not they, usually women, quickly segue into asking me about having eight children and how I managed to hold down a big career, so that's why my story is about life, work and everything." But Miriam said she is "very nervous" about telling her story to the public. "In truth I am nervous about telling my story - it's probably why it took me so long to write it. All I can hope is that people will read it and find it interesting, authentic, entertaining and hopeful." Patricia Deevy, Deputy Publisher at Sandycove, said: "I am thrilled and honoured Miriam chose Sandycove as the home for her wonderful memoir. "She is a one-off as a journalist, broadcaster and all-round legend, and her book is a one-off too. It has been a joy working with her on it. "As the subtitle says, 'Miriam' covers life, work and everything in between. Having finally decided to tell her story, Miriam approached it with characteristic wholeheartedness, and she writes with such candour, intelligence and generosity that readers will be totally captivated." Join our Dublin Live breaking news service on WhatsApp. Click this link to receive your daily dose of Dublin Live content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice . For all the latest news from Dublin and surrounding areas visit our homepage.
Extra.ie
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
What could Miriam O'Callaghan's memoir mean for future Áras bid?
Could Miriam O'Callaghan's soon-to-be-released memoir be a subliminal signal that she might be tipping her hat into the presidential ring? The popular RTE presenter revealed this week that she has penned a memoir which is poised to hit bookshelves in the early autumn, just ahead of the presidential election. And while current affairs host Miriam has previously ruled herself out of the running, her name is frequently mooted with pundits saying she would be a shoo-in to win the race. Miriam O'Callaghan at the IFTA Awards 2025 at the Dublin Royal Convention Centre. Pic: Brian McEvoy The release of her memoir could be a slight indicator that she may be softening on her resolve not to enter the race. Miriam has announced that she will be releasing a memoir in October, admitting that she is 'really nervous' about telling her story. Sharing the news on social media, she wrote: 'At first I planned it to be just about my work as a journalist, but I soon realised it was impossible to separate the personal and professional parts of my life, that's why it's about life, work and everything. Miriam O'Callaghan. Pic: Gareth Chaney/ Collins Photos 'In truth I am really nervous about telling my story, that's probably why it took me so long to write it. All I hope is that people will read it and find it interesting, authentic, entertaining and hopeful.' In fact writing a memoir has, at least in the American and European political sphere, become somewhat de rigueur for election candidates running for office with memoir writing providing an effective campaign tool for presidential hopefuls. Memoir writing has proved an effective campaign tool for presidential hopefuls. In fact the huge success of Barack Obama's Dreams from My Father was considered pivotal in his successful run for the Oval Office. And while Miriam O'Callaghan is already a household name in Ireland, autobiographies offer a deeper insight into personalities and offer readers the chance to know people by their own words and recollections. When contacted this week about a potential change of heart, Miriam was unusually coy. But she has in the past ruled out throwing her hat in the ring for the Presidency.
Irish Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Miriam O'Callaghan to tell of 'worst year of life' as she releases first memoir
RTE star Miriam O'Callaghan has revealed she is set to release her first memoir. Miriam: Life, Work, Everything will be published on October 30 and will be the Prime Time host's first book. The mum-of-eight is set to dish details on her personal life and fascinating insights into a career that has given her a ringside seat to a changing Ireland. Speaking about her memoir, Miriam admitted it has taken 20 years to write and she is set to tell all about "the worst year of my life" in 1995. She said: "I have written my memoir, I can't believe I am saying that. It's 20 years since Sandycove first sent me a contract — let's just say, it's taken a while! "I thank them for their patience, persistence and belief in my story. I have always lived my life in fast forward, so I never thought I would have the time to look back and reflect. "I also reflect on the worst year of my life, 1995, my BC and AD — the year that forced me to rethink everything. I also wondered if anyone would be interested. Then one day not that long ago — with a prompt from Patricia Deevy — I decided I would write it, because if I didn't write it now, I might never do so." The Dubliner said she thought the book would focus solely on her work as a Journalist but instead she will open up about her family life also. "At first I thought it would just be about my work as a journalist, but then when I began writing I realised how impossible it was to separate my professional and personal lives. "I don't know if that's because I'm a woman or a mother or both or none of those things, but I just knew that for my story to be authentic and truthful, I couldn't simply focus on the work side of my life. "My career in broadcast journalism over four decades has mirrored a profoundly changed Ireland and I have been lucky enough to have had an eyewitness view. "It was a privilege to cover the peace process for both the BBC and RTÉ, and at times it has been emotional looking back. "Major career moments include: presenting on the days of both the Good Friday Agreement and when we all voted by a whopping majority on this island for peace; campaigning for John Hume to be voted as 'Ireland's Greatest' person in 2010; presenting the Marriage Referendum results from Dublin Castle in 2015 and my interview with Leo Varadkar that same year when he was the first cabinet minister in the history of our country to come out as a gay man. "When members of the public come up to me, they will often ask about certain programmes or interviews I have done, but more often than not they, usually women, quickly segue into asking me about having eight children and how I managed to hold down a big career, so that's why my story is about life, work and everything." But Miriam said she is "very nervous" about telling her story to the public. "In truth I am nervous about telling my story — it's probably why it took me so long to write it. All I can hope is that people will read it and find it interesting, authentic, entertaining and hopeful." Patricia Deevy, Deputy Publisher at Sandycove, said: "I am thrilled and honoured Miriam chose Sandycove as the home for her wonderful memoir. "She is a one-off as a journalist, broadcaster and all-round legend, and her book is a one-off too. It has been a joy working with her on it. "As the subtitle says, 'Miriam' covers life, work and everything in between. Having finally decided to tell her story, Miriam approached it with characteristic wholeheartedness, and she writes with such candour, intelligence and generosity that readers will be totally captivated."
The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘I am nervous about telling my story' says RTE icon as she prepares to launch long-awaited memoir
RTE legend Miriam O'Callaghan has announced that she is finally set to release her long-awaited memoir. The popular presenter will lift the lid on her outstanding life and career in her new book Miriam: Life, Work, Everything, which is set to hit shelves on October 30, 2025. 2 Miriam is finally set to release her long-awaited memoir 2 The book is being published in October The book is being published by Sandycove, an imprint of Penguin Random House and it'll be available in print, e-book and audio. The 65-year-old also hosts an award-winning radio show Sunday With Miriam on RTE Combining career success, glamour and being a mother-of-eight is what makes Miriam a truly unique figure in Irish public life. READ MORE ON MIRIAM In her absorbing memoir, Miriam shares touching stories from her personal life and fascinating insights into a career that has given her a ringside seat to a changing Ireland. Opening up about the new book, she said: "I have written my memoir, I can't believe I am saying that." The radio star revealed that it's been more than 20 years since Sandycove first sent her a contract. She said: "Let's just say, it's taken a while. I thank them for their patience, persistence and belief in my story." MOST READ IN THE IRSIH SUN Miriam admitted that she has always lived life in "fast forward" and never thought she'd stop long enough to "look back and reflect". She said: "I also wondered if anyone would be interested", but that changed when she received a prompt from editor Patricia Deevey. Miriam O'Callaghan shares snaps from Paddy's Day celebrations The Miriam initially thought the book would just focus on her work but she quickly realised that her professional and personal lives couldn't be separated. She said: "At first I thought it would just be about my work as a journalist, but then when I began writing I realised how impossible it was to separate my professional and personal lives. "I don't know if that's because I'm a woman or a mother or both or none of those things, but I just knew that for my story to be authentic and truthful, I couldn't simply focus on the work side of my life." Over a four decade career, Miriam has fronted some of the biggest stories in Irish history. 'NERVOUS' She said: "I have been lucky enough to have had an eyewitness view. It was a privilege to cover the peace process for both the BBC and RTE, and at times it has been emotional looking back." Among her "major career moments" are presenting on the days of both the Good Friday Agreements and the 2015 Marriage Referendum. She also recalled interviewing Leo Varadkar in the same year he became the first cabinet minister in Ireland to come out as gay, as well as campaigning for John Hume to become 'Ireland's Greatest' in 2010. But it hasn't all been positive for Miriam as she admitted: "I also reflect on the worst year of my life, 1995, my BC and AD — the year that forced me to rethink everything." The mum-of-eight revealed she's often approached by members of the public and it's not always to talk about politics or interviews. She explained: "More often than not they, usually women, quickly segue into asking me about having eight children and how I managed to hold down a big career, so that's why my story is about life, work and everything." Despite decades in the spotlight, Miriam has said: "In truth I am nervous about telling my story — it's probably why it took me so long to write it. "All I can hope is that people will read it and find it interesting, authentic, entertaining and hopeful."
