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Irish Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Inside Kerry star David Clifford's life with girlfriend Shauna and son Óigí
David Clifford exploded onto the intercounty stage in 2018. Since his Kerry debut, he's been hailed as "a once in a generation" talent, with his abilities drawing comparisons to global icons like Tiger Woods and Michael Jordan. These accolades and his on-field achievements, including one All-Ireland Senior Football Championship, five Munster titles and three National Leagues, mean everything to the 26 year old – yet he stays humble and down-to-earth. He also claimed Young Footballer of the Year in 2018 and Footballer of the Year in 2022 and 2023. Earlier this year, Clifford spoke to our colleagues at RSVP Magazine to discuss his life off the field with his partner and son. A viral photograph captured you with Kerry performance coach Tony Griffin following the All-Ireland Football Final defeat to Dublin. Can you recall how you felt in that moment? There was a lot of disappointment and regret, I suppose. Croke Park is the best place to be when you win and the worst place to be when you lose. To have somebody like Tony and to have such close friends on the team shows how lucky you are. You survive through the bad days together. You must move on from it too, your life can't revolve around whether you win or lose a game. It would make for a long career for you, because you're going to have more losses than wins. Is it hard not to overthink things? We're all guilty of that. You need to be well settled off the field and have plenty going on away from sport. It's very easy to think about football all the time, but then there would be no enjoyment in it anymore. Off the field, for you, is it hard to get the balance right? It can be at times. The people around us make a lot of sacrifices so we can go out and train so many evenings a week. I try to be settled and relaxed, and I try to enjoy my life as much as I can. That allows me to put everything into the game. Your son Óigí is nearly three now. Does he recognise you on TV and know what the green and gold jersey means? Yeah, he's gone mad for sport at the moment. He's wearing jerseys and he loves it. But he's not too happy with me going out training because I'm going to be gone for a couple of hours. He loves coming along with me to watch the Fossa games at the weekend. He's great craic. Does that add an extra level of enjoyment for you, seeing him loving it as well? I hadn't thought about it like that until you said it. He's also copying the celebrations of the soccer players he sees. He's getting to that age now where I've an extra reason to go out there and play. Óigí is clearly gearing up for the All-Ireland! The structure of the championship has changed. The national league, provincial championship, round robin series and knock-out games are condensed into the first seven months of the year. How are you finding it? When you're stuck in the middle of it and you're going to work, training and matches, you don't think about that kind of stuff. It's great to have games and the structure at the moment is great because you've got a game, then a week off and then another game. You're recovering for a week and then preparing for a week. The four or five week gaps in the old system used to be long. I like that element of it. We're getting a lot of good competitive games, and there's very few negatives to that. Kildare legend Johnny Doyle won a club championship at 45 years old last year. Would you like to do something similar? It's hard to know. I want to play for as long as I can anyway. The day you're inside in the full-forward line and some young fella beats you out to the first couple of balls, that's probably when it's time to move on [laughs]. There has been talk of a return to September All-Ireland finals again. What do you think of that? I'm very happy with the split season. From a selfish point of view, as a teacher anyway. Nobody wants to hear about teachers and their holidays, but we get to have a month of summer holidays after the All-Ireland. That's very enjoyable, being able to go away. On the other side of it, when I was in primary school the build-up to an All-Ireland final in September was brilliant. There are pros and cons. What's your own schedule like? Much has been made about how busy you are with Fossa, East Kerry and Kerry. We're very lucky with our three managers, there's no problem if we need breaks here and there. We're conscious that winning doesn't last forever. East Kerry hadn't won the county championship for 20 years and Fossa has never won the junior. We have to milk it while we have it. It's important to get the breaks as well. It's not just tough physically, it's mentally draining as well. You have to deal with the highs and lows and the build-up to games. How do you deal with the pressure of being David Clifford in a football-mad county? The main thing is trying not to think about it like that. I have different targets for myself or different targets for the team. You always hear [Manchester City manager] Pep Guardiola saying that having targets takes the emotion out of the game. As boring as it sounds, that tends to work a lot of the time. You're big into other sports and you're a Celtic fan. How important is that, having interests away from GAA? That's my approach anyway, I try to have interests in other things. For other people, their interests may not be sports. At the moment, it's impossible to keep up with all the sports. You'd nearly want two or three TVs on the go [laughs]. You've been compared to Tiger Woods and Michael Jordan and been called a "once in a generation" talent. What's that like? There's an uncomfortable nature to it. I learned from my parents to be humble and not to appear arrogant. You don't want to be talking about yourself in that light, you want to let it brush off you. The Pittsburgh Steelers were in Dublin last April. Would you ever try your hand at playing in the NFL? It hasn't really crossed my mind. I'm a relatively safe person in that I'm settled in a job and settled in life. To turn that upside down to try something new isn't something that would appeal to me too much. It's class to see the Irish players that have joined the NFL. We're looking forward to seeing if some of them can get on the pitch. How does it feel to be settled so young? You've made your career in football at an early age, you've a child and a good job. Maybe it will all turn upside down at some stage [jokes]. It's fine, that's just the way things have happened for me. Things fell into place nicely. I'm far from perfect, let that be known. I enjoy life and I feel like I've a great life. I'm very lucky with the people I have around me. You were one of the youngest players when you joined the Kerry panel in 2018 and six years on you're one of the most experienced in the dressing room. It's hard to believe. A lot of us came into the panel together in 2018 and 2019, so we've gone through the years together. Without even noticing it, we've had some incredible life experiences with trips away and big wins and defeats. Every year before you commit to another season you have to make sure you're still enjoying it – thankfully, I still am. Your brother Paudie is team captain this year, what's that like? It's much the same as before. Paudie and I don't spend too much time talking about football together, but we do spend a lot of time together in general whether it's golfing or being around our same circle of friends. Him being captain is great for Fossa too. If you finished your career with one All-Ireland win, how would you accept that? You'd like to win the All-Ireland every year, but that's not the reality of it. If I was to retire I wouldn't be going around telling people that I've an All-Ireland medal or don't have an All-Ireland medal. While they're great to win and you do everything in your power to win them, you just have to get over it. Hopefully, that won't be the case! David Clifford of Kerry celebrates his goal (Image: ©INPHO/James Lawlor)
Extra.ie
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Elaine Crowley has perfect reaction to scam with AI-generated pictures of her
Elaine Crowley has set the record straight after her name was involved in yet another social media scam, noting she 'didn't even have abs like that as a teen!' The Ireland AM presenter has often taken to social media to warn her followers of fake pages using her name and images in a bid to scam and deceive people. The latest scam using Elaine's images is one saying the Cork woman 'lost weight by simply giving up these three foods.' Elaine Crowley has set the record straight after her name was involved in yet another social media scam, noting she 'didn't even have abs like that as a teen!' Pic: Brian McEvoy The post was shared by a page called Good-Looking isn7 and showed a a fake picture of Elaine brandishing a toned tummy. Sharing the picture to her Instagram Story, Elaine clarified: 'Stating the obvious, this is a scam. Didn't even have abs like that as a teen!' The presenter followed up with a picture of a the cover of a recent RSVP Magazine where she was the cover star, writing: 'Real photo for context. No washboard or scary claws.' Pic: Elaine Crowley/ Instagram The third and final picture the Dancing with the Stars alum shared was a candid picture of her 'current belly situation.' 'Is the universe trying to tell me something?' she jokingly wondered. It's not the first time the 47-year-old has had to take to social media to set the record straight, having been used for fake pages a number of times in recent years. Earlier this year, Elaine's images were used for a financial scam, with a social media account purporting to be Elaine messaging people via TikTok. 'Please report this if you see it — it's not me!' Elaine told her online followers. The warning at the start of the year came at a similar time broadcaster Ryan Tubridy issued a similar one, with the presenter telling followers 'Insta is the only social media I do.'
Irish Independent
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Suzanne Kane says she was ‘standing up for herself' after sudden exit from 98FM
The DJ had been hosting the mid-morning show alongside Brian Dowling but had been on leave from the programme since February. Last month, the Dubliner revealed she was stepping away from the show after five years on air. Speaking to RSVP Magazine, Suzanne noted how she never likes to be the 'loudest person in the room'. 'I have no want in the world to annihilate anybody. I don't like confrontation or conflict,' she explained. 'I was standing up for myself, it was never about anybody else. My dad passed 20 years ago but he always taught me that you never get your point across when you shout. 'I've learned that you don't have to be the loudest person in the room to be heard. Sometimes saying very little is all you need to say, and you move on to the next bit.' In June, Suzanne broke the silence over the matter with a lengthy Instagram post that she described as a 'life update'. "After nearly 5 years, I'm stepping away from my role presenting 10AM to 1PM on 98FM,' she said at the time. 'Anyone who knows me, will know how much I adore radio and the Bauer family inside Marconi house, but for now, it's time to let the 'Good Times' roll for someone else. 'A word to the amazing team, I loved the madness and radio nerdiness that we all shared and how much we cared. Radio is really special and that's because of the people who do the heavy lifting to make it all come together. I'm glad to have been on this rollercoaster with you all. ADVERTISEMENT Learn more 'To everyone who listened to the show. I loved sharing my life and my kids with the soundest listeners on 98FM. We've been through a lot together & thank you for always turning up for me, it means more than any of you will know. "Lastly, a quick word to my kiddos Oisín, Hannah & Sadie. Thank you for letting me have a go of my dream radio job and playing ball every morning, even the really tough ones, so I could be in front of the mic by 10am and of course, Joey - the voice of support, the constant, the reassurance, who always has the reminder 'We'll figure it out, we always do'.' The mum-of-three has been working in the industry for over two decades and is expected to land a new role in the near future. Alongside his former co-host, Brian Dowling also revealed last month that he too would be departing the 98FM programme in an Instagram post released just minutes after Suzanne's. 'I made the decision earlier in the year that I would not be continuing co-hosting on Brian Dowling & Suzanne Kane on @98fmdublin making this Friday June 6th my very last show on Brian Dowling & Suzanne Kane,' he wrote on social media. "When I joined Suzanne back in March of 2023, I had ZERO radio hosting skills. Blake was only 6 months old & baby Blu was only a twinkle in our eyes. "It took me a minute to get into my new groove, but when I did, WOW, I honestly have had the best time & have genuinely laughed every day; even on those bad days, being part of this show ALWAYS puts a smile on my face. "Here we are now 2 years & 3 months later & I'm still laughing & smiling. I have learned so much about an industry I've been in for nearly 24 years, presenting mainly television shows but now my love for radio easily equals my love for telly.'
Sunday World
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Sunday World
Suzanne Kane says she was ‘standing up for herself' after sudden exit from 98FM
Last month, the popular radio DJ stepped away from her 98FM programme with Brian Dowling. The relationship between 98FM's Suzanne Kane and co-host Brian Dowling is said to have broken down Former 98FM star Suzanne Kane has revealed she was 'standing up for herself' in the wake of her abrupt exit from the radio station. The DJ had been hosting the mid-morning show alongside Brian Dowling but had been on leave from the programme since February. Last month, the Dubliner revealed she was stepping away from the show after five years on air. As the Sunday World reported back in April, her absence had been due to a breakdown in her relationship with her former Big Brother star co-host. Speaking to RSVP Magazine, Suzanne did not directly reference the rumoured rift but instead noted how she never likes to be the 'loudest person in the room'. The relationship between 98FM's Suzanne Kane and co-host Brian Dowling is said to have broken down 'I have no want in the world to annihilate anybody. I don't like confrontation or conflict,' she explained. 'I was standing up for myself, it was never about anybody else. My dad passed 20 years ago but he always taught me that you never get your point across when you shout. 'I've learned that you don't have to be the loudest person in the room to be heard. Sometimes saying very little is all you need to say, and you move on to the next bit.' In June, Suzanne broke the silence over the matter with a lengthy Instagram post that she described as a 'life update'. "After nearly 5 years, l'm stepping away from my role presenting 10AM to 1PM on 98FM,' she said at the time. 'Anyone who knows me, will know how much I adore radio and the Bauer family inside Marconi house, but for now, it's time to let the 'Good Times' roll for someone else. 'A word to the amazing team, I loved the madness and radio nerdiness that we all shared and how much we cared. Radio is really special and that's because of the people who do the heavy lifting to make it all come together. I'm glad to have been on this rollercoaster with you all. Suzanne Kane News in 90 Seconds - Thursday, July 3 'To everyone who listened to the show. I loved sharing my life and my kids with the soundest listeners on 98FM. We've been through a lot together & thank you for always turning up for me, it means more than any of you will know. "Lastly, a quick word to my kiddos Oisín, Hannah & Sadie. Thank you for letting me have a go of my dream radio job and playing ball every morning, even the really tough ones, so I could be in front of the mic by 10am and of course, Joey - the voice of support, the constant, the reassurance, who always has the reminder 'We'll figure it out, we always do'.' The mum-of-three has been working in the industry for over two decades and is expected to land a new role in the near future. Alongside his former co-host, Brian Dowling also revealed last month that he too would be departing the 98FM programme in an Instagram post released just minutes after Suzanne's. 'I made the decision earlier in the year that I would not be continuing co-hosting on Brian Dowling & Suzanne Kane on @98fmdublin making this Friday June 6th my very last show on Brian Dowling & Suzanne Kane,' he wrote on social media. "When I joined Suzanne back in March of 2023, I had ZERO radio hosting skills. Blake was only 6 months old & baby Blu was only a twinkle in our eyes. "It took me a minute to get into my new groove, but when I did, WOW, I honestly have had the best time & have genuinely laughed every day; even on those bad days, being part of this show ALWAYS puts a smile on my face. "Here we are now 2 years & 3 months later & I'm still laughing & smiling. I have learned so much about an industry I've been in for nearly 24 years, presenting mainly television shows but now my love for radio easily equals my love for telly.'
Irish Daily Mirror
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Olympic hero Jack Woolley's favourite TV shows, books and music for the summer
Jack Woolley, the athlete who's currently training in sunny Madrid, has spilled the beans on his top summer picks for books, TV shows, and music. Chatting with RSVP Magazine, Jack shared: "I love easy TV. I'm training in Spain at the moment and I love throwing on a few episodes of Desperate Housewives. When I'm at home, I watch Gogglebox or First Dates Ireland." He also dished on his latest viewing habits: "I recently started watching a documentary about the Barnett family who adopted the young girl from Ukraine. It's really good." "There's also a drama series about it on Disney + where they've recreated it. I prefer the documentary, I like watching real people talking about the case rather than American actors trying to portray the story." Jack loves summer based TV shows. He added: "Love Island has gotten very samey, but that's how I passed my time during Covid. As a kid, I had a fixation with watching Benidorm. Watching it felt like I was on holiday myself. It was great." Jack can remember reading and specific books by the pool or on the beach when he was growing up. He said: "I read The Hunger Games series, which came out when I was about 14 or 15. I also read Harry Potter. "Other than that, I didn't have a great attention span. My books these days are more about sports psychology." What podcasts is he listening to at the moment? "My friend Kayleigh Trappe, from Dancing With The Stars, started doing a podcast called Mná Sport. She interviews women in sport. "I've found it very interesting especially because I've trained with some of the people she's had on. It's mad seeing two of my friends coming together on a podcast. "When people say they listen to podcasts, I'd love to know the percentage of people who listen on Spotify or just watch clips on TikTok. "I prefer to have something to engage me visually as well." Jack is big into music, and his playlist is always full of throwback classics. He said: "I'm a music person. Some people put on a podcast while they're cleaning the house, I have the tunes blaring out on a speaker. "I'm really into 90s and early 00s trance techno music. "I love Scooter and Sash, Encore En Fois is a great one. The peak of music was 2014 when Justin Bieber was coming into himself." He continued: "My top artist is Miley Cyrus. Music is a bit samey at the moment, I don't think it's very good. It all sounds the same to me."
