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The Irish Sun
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘I feel a bit disingenuous', admits ex-RTE star Joanna Donnelly as weather expert shows off glamorous hair routine
FORMER RTE star Joanna Donnelly has given fans an insight into her glam hair routine. The meteorologist from the national broadcaster in a shock final forecast on RTE's Nine O'Clock News last week. 2 Joanna showed fans a before and after Credit: Instagram 2 Joanna revealed she doesn't dye her hair Credit: Instagram The former Since making her shock departure Joanna has been keeping fans up to date with her post retirement life. Today she took to her Instagram to give an insight into her filler routine, that gives her "lots more hair". Read more on Joanna Donnelly Showing off her look from her kitchen, she said: "I feel a little bit disingenuous when I say I don't dye my hair, the colour is my own. "This is what red has faded to over the years, because the hair isn't my own I got fillers in today, that's when they tape in extra hair into the natural hair tape fillers, so it makes a big difference, lots more hair." With a cheeky wink she added: "Like when I was young." In the days following her departure from the national broadcaster Joanna told fans she was Most read in News TV The couple and their three kids, Nicci, Tobias, and Casper, to where they are currently enjoying a relaxing getaway amidst the noise of Joanna's news. The 56-year-old has been Joanna Donnelly escapes to the Netherlands The lovebirds looked happy-as-ever in the old snap as they posed in front of a stunning canal in Amsterdam on their wedding day over 20 years ago Joanna was beautiful in a long white satin dress with a matching chiffon scarf, while Harm donned a smart grey suit with a pink tie. The duo re-created the sweet photo yesterday at the same canal, looking as in love as ever. JETTING OFF This time, the couple sported matching blue skinny jeans and winter coats while they embraced each other in a warm hug. Joanna hadn't aged a day since the previous snap was captured over two decades ago as she showed off her incredible figure and glowing skin. The happy family also took a trip to the national art museum and sculpture garden, Kröller-Müller Museum, which is located in the Hoge Veluwe National Park in Otterlo. Joanna took a gorgeous photo of Harm's parents sitting in the museum looking at Van Gogh's famous Café Terrace at Night painting. Joanna posted a snap of her three kids posing in the museum and said: "These guys."
Irish Independent
25-04-2025
- Climate
- Irish Independent
Joanna Donnelly posts wedding throwback snap as she takes holiday days after surprise RTÉ exit
Many viewers were surprised when the former Dancing with the Stars contestant announced on Monday night that she would no longer be presenting forecasts on RTÉ. She revealed the news with a simple sign-off after her bulletin following RTÉ's Nine O'Clock News: 'And that is my last forecast. Goodnight and goodbye.' One of the photos included in her Instagram story shows she and husband and fellow meteorologist Harm Luijkx, whom she met in 2000 and with whom she has three children, who were also on the trip. It shows the couple in the same spot in Amsterdam this week and when they got married in the city. The day after her unexpected announcement, Ms Donnelly also shared a video walking through Dublin Airport with her husband, Harm, whom she met in 2000. "We're going away, I'm not around. There's been a lot of people asking if I'll talk this week – no, because we're running away,' she said, laughing. The broadcaster travelled to the Netherlands, where her husband is from, for a family trip to Amsterdam. She has been sharing photos and videos of the city, including Amsterdam's distinctive canals, boats and bikes, to her Instagram, where she has over 17,000 followers. Posting a photo of the city's unisex toilet signs, she wrote the humorous caption: 'God bless Amsterdam.' Donnelly was among the well-known faces to appear on the recent season of Dancing with the Stars, an experience she described as 'an incredible opportunity'. She was the third celebrity to be eliminated from the competition earlier this year. The meteorologist, who studied applied maths at Dublin City University before joining Met Éireann, has previously fronted RTÉ coverage of major weather events, such as Hurricane Ophelia in 2017. She has an audience of over 42,000 followers across social media platforms Instagram and X. In a video message posted on Instagram this week, the presenter said she was 'overwhelmed by the messages of support' as she told followers that her departure was 'not a decision I came to lightly by any means'. "It was a very, very hard decision to make, but I think it was the right one to make for me and for my family,' she said. She added: 'There'll be more news in the coming while, but not just yet.' Ms Donnelly has said it was a 'very, very hard decision to make' and that her choice to leave broadcasting had nothing to do with her 'work product'. Asked whether it wished to comment on her announcement earlier this week, a Met Éireann spokesperson said: 'While Met Éireann does not comment on individual employees, we appreciate the dedication and commitment of all staff in the continued delivery of weather and climate services.'
The Irish Sun
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Joanna Donnelly escapes to Netherlands with family on getaway right after quitting RTE and shares stunning holiday snaps
RTE star Joanna Donnelly has escaped to the Netherlands on a family getaway. The meteorologist announced her departure from the national broadcaster during her final forecast on RTE's Nine O'Clock News on Monday night. 6 Joanna's husband Harm is from the Netherlands Credit: Instagram 6 Joanna and her family went to the famous museum in the Netherlands Credit: Instagram/joannadonnellyl 6 Joanna has shared some snippets of their trip over on Instagram Credit: Instagram in 1995, working as a meteorological officer before being promoted to meteorologist in 2000. The 54-year-old then cleared the air regarding her exit, adding: "This is not a decision I came to lightly by any means. It was a very, very hard decision to make." The former Joanna revealed that she would not be back on screens "for a while" and added: "I have to take some time and look after myself." read more on joanna donnelly Since her shock exit, the popular presenter has jetted off to the Netherlands where her husband Harm Luijkx, hails from . Joanna and her hubby brought their three kids Nicci, Tobias and Casper there to visit their grandparents. The weather woman has shared some snippets of her family holiday over on Instagram. She joked that she was "running away" as she recorded a video of herself in Dublin Airport. read more on the irish sun Joanna checked back in after landing in the Netherlands and said: "I'm at Harm's parents' garden. There's water trickling. "There's a bird singing and somewhere there's somebody chopping wood. The sun's shining. The tree house is beautiful. And breathe.' Joanna Donnelly shows off stunning home The happy family took a trip down to the national art museum and sculpture garden, Kröller-Müller Museum, which is located in the Hoge Veluwe National Park in Otterlo, yesterday. Joanna took a gorgeous photo of Harm's parents sitting in the museum looking at Van Gogh's famous Café Terrace at Night painting. She inserted a picture of a painting her daughter created previously of her grandparents in the iconic painting. Joanna posted a snap of her three kids posing in the museum and said: "These guys." FAMILY FUN The news anchor spent a rainy day in Amsterdam with her family on a boat. They enjoyed some delicious food and drink while cruising down the Amstel River and taking in the breathtaking scenery. Joanna and Harm looked more in-love than ever as they recreated their wedding snap while posing at the river. The news star also previously made sure to thank her followers for their many messages over the past few days. She emphasised: "I seriously can't believe how many messages of kindness and support I have received. "I am really, really touched and as I said it was a very hard decision to make. But I think it was the right one." The mum-of-three joined Met Eireann in 1995, working as a meteorological officer before being But she became a star of the small screen when she started fronting weather bulletins on RTE One and 2 in December 2015. 6 The family enjoyed some quality time on a river cruise today Credit: Instagram 6 Joanna took snaps of the breathtaking city views Credit: Instagram 6 Joanna and Harm recreated their wedding snaps Credit: Instagram
Dublin Live
24-04-2025
- Climate
- Dublin Live
Met Eireann breaks silence on Joanna Donnelly replacement after sudden departure
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 Met Eireann has declined to confirm whether or not it will replace Joanna Donnelly after her sudden departure. The Dubliner announced on Monday she would give her final broadcast on RTE after the Nine O'Clock News. Joanna is not a staff member of RTE and is instead hired by Met Eireann as a meteorologist, and Met Eireann then provides RTE with weather presenters. On Wednesday, we asked who would replace Joanna, but the forecaster said: 'As a matter of process, Met Eireann does not comment on individual employees.' On Tuesday, Joanna told her fans she was 'running away' with husband and fellow forecaster Harm Luijkx to the Netherlands, where he is from. Speaking to her followers, she said: 'To say I am overwhelmed by the messages of support I received I can't believe it. I'm genuinely shocked at the reaction. I would like to say this is not a decision I came to lightly by any means. 'It was a very hard decision to make but I think it was the right one to make for me and my family.' The 54-year-old said there would be news about her departure 'in the coming while'. 'There will be some more news in the coming while but not just yet. I have to take some time now and look after myself and my own health, and my family and I thank you all so much. I can't believe all the messages of kindness and support. It was a very hard decision to make but I think it was the right one.' The mum-of-three revealed that she would not be back on screens "for a while" and added: "I have to take some time and look after myself." Joanna spent her Wednesday walking around the Kroller-Muller museum in the Netherlands, according to her Instagram. She has worked with Met Eireann for nearly 30 years, with the last 10 spent presenting on RTE. When asked for comment on Joanna's announcement, Met Eireann said it "does not comment on individual employees, we appreciate the dedication and commitment of all staff in the continued delivery of weather and climate services". Reflecting on her long career, Joanna said the years had "just gone by in the blink of an eye" and spoke about discussing her next steps with her husband, Harm. "I broke it down with my husband, the years that I spent working before I was a forecaster, and then as an early forecaster, as a novice forecaster with my small children, and then my years struggling with infertility, and then I went on TV." She also explained that the role gave her the opportunity to have some once-in-a-lifetime experiences. "I've gotten so much out of it, not least Dancing with the Stars, which I really, really enjoyed." Teasing what the future has in store, she said: "Now what? I don't know. We'll see. We'll see what happens next. Chapter three." 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.
The Irish Sun
24-04-2025
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
Inside RTE star Joanna Donnelly's ‘elegant' Dublin home from DIY touches to ‘beautiful' green garden
RTE star Joanna Donnelly has given fans a glimpse at her "elegant" Dublin home with DIY touches and a gorgeous green garden. The meteorologist announced her departure from the national broadcaster during her final forecast on RTE's Nine O'Clock News on Monday night. Advertisement 7 Joanna Donnelly and her husband have three kids together Credit: Instagram / @joannadonnellyl 7 Joanna and her family live in Portmarnock Credit: Instagram / @joannadonnellyl 7 Joanna often shares snippets of her house Credit: Instagram / @joannadonnellyl The former contestant revealed that she left the station as she felt it was the family. The 54-year-old is married to fellow forecaster, Harm Luijkx, who hails from The . The couple bought their new-build in Portmarnock, Dublin, back in 2006. They live there with their three children, a daughter Nicci, and two sons, Tobias and Casper. Advertisement read more on joanna donnelly Joanna often shares snippets of her DIY projects and house renovations over on Instagram. The weather woman decided to spruce up her front door in 2023 after "15 years of abuse and bad paint jobs". And while she could have bought a new door, she wanted to do a DIY job on it. After stripping it with a heat gun, she sanded it "within an inch of its life" and painted the "ugly worn brass strip on the threshold with metal paint". Advertisement read more on the irish sun She got someone to take out the panels and replaced them with sidelights and "exquisite bevelled" door panels. Joanna coated the stunning new door and frame with "Unica paint" which was a "beautiful satin finish in an oil based paint". Joanna Donnelly breaks silence on exit from RTE She wrapped an absolutely breathtaking wisteria plant around the door frame. The mum-of-three was delighted with the results and said: "Love love love my finished project." Advertisement And her fans equally loved the results and called it "stunning and so elegant". Joanna also restored her beloved hawthorn hedge which was there when they moved in and was previously hidden b ehind a nondescript wood panelled fence . The meteorologist said she "loves the messy overgrown line of trees". She enjoys laying beside the "messy overgrown trees" in her hammock, which is strategically placed in front of the bushes. Advertisement 'FABULOUS' Joanna also likes to relax at her garden patio where she can pop on the fire in winter and enjoys BBQ's in the summer. Another place Joanna spends a lot of time in is her beautiful kitchen, which has sliding ceiling doors for the ideal indoor-outdoor living. They have a large dining table in the middle of the open-plan room and a white sofa in front of the fire place. Joanna often shares stunning snaps of the room perfectly decorated for family gatherings and occasions such as Christmas. Advertisement The author's friends and fans have gushed over the snippets shared on Instagram. Carmel said: "Just beautiful Joanna, it looks like a home and not just a house." Karen commented: "That's absolutely fabulous Joanna." Denise added: "Absolutely fabulous! Must be so lovely to come home to!" Advertisement 7 Joanna took on a DIY project on her front door two years ago Credit: Instagram / @joannadonnellyl 7 Joanna 'loved' the finish result of her door Credit: Instagram / @joannadonnellyl 7 Joanna relaxes at her garden patio Credit: Instagram / @joannadonnellyl 7 Joanna's fans have complimented her house and garden Credit: Instagram / @joannadonnellyl Advertisement
