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The Sun
3 days ago
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- The Sun
Radio DJ announces he's quitting show and his last show is on Friday
BRIAN Dowling has announced he is leaving his radio show after over two years – with his last day coming on Friday. The former Big Brother star has been hosting The 6 O'Clock Show on Ireland's 98FM since 2023, joining Suzanne Kane. 6 6 Kane had been part of the team since 2021, taking over from Dublin Talks with Adrian Kennedy and Jeremy Dixon. Now both have announced they will be leaving the 98FM show, posting separate lengthy and heartfelt goodbyes on Instagram. Brian shared pictures from their office as he wrote: '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.' Paying tribute to his co-host and his children, he continued: '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.' Sending 'a massive heartfelt thank you' to his team, Brian said: 'It has never ever felt like work; I mean, how could it when I'm playing the likes of Britney, S Club & JLO, to name but a few 😂 "I am so looking forward to a slower Summer; I'm not actually sure if I can operate on a slower pace 😜 " 'Normality will continue on Six and of course, shooting the rest of The Salvage Squad this summer, as well as some trips away I've planned; in fact, it's turning out to be a very memorable Summer 😍' Suzanne later wrote a message of her own, calling it 'a little life update' and confirming she was leaving her 10am to 1pm slot. Brian Dowling shares proposal nightmare '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,' she said. She later added: '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.' 6 6 6
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Radio DJ announces he's quitting show and his last show is on Friday
BRIAN Dowling has announced he is leaving his radio show after over two years – with his last day coming on Friday. The former Big Brother star has been hosting The 6 O'Clock Show on Ireland's 98FM since 2023, joining Suzanne Kane. 6 Brian has confirmed his last show on 98FM is this Friday Credit: Instagram 6 The Irish star first found fame on Big Brother UK Credit: Channel 4 6 Now a TV presenter and dad, the star is stepping away from the airwaves for other work opportunities Credit: 2013 Getty Images Kane had been part of the team since 2021, taking over from Dublin Talks with Adrian Kennedy and Jeremy Dixon. Now both have announced they will be leaving the 98FM show, posting separate lengthy and heartfelt goodbyes on Instagram. Brian shared pictures from their office as he wrote: '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.' Paying tribute to his co-host and READ MORE RADIO '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.' Sending 'a massive heartfelt thank you' to his team, Brian said: 'It has never ever felt like work; I mean, how could it when I'm playing the likes of Britney, S Club & JLO, to name but a few 😂 "I am so looking forward to a slower Summer; I'm not actually sure if I can operate on a slower pace 😜 " Most read in TV 'Normality will continue on Six and of course, shooting the rest of The Salvage Squad this summer, as well as some trips away I've planned; in fact, it's turning out to be a very memorable Summer 😍' Suzanne later wrote a message of her own, calling it 'a little life update' and confirming she was leaving her 10am to 1pm slot. Brian Dowling shares proposal nightmare '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,' she said. She later added: '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.' 6 Brian is now a proud dad of two Credit: Instagram 6 Brian has announced he's leaving his radio show Credit: Instagram 6 In a lengthy post, the star has hinted at a "busy summer" as he plans to spend more time with his kids Credit: Getty Images - Getty
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Huge double blow for fans as star presenter quits & co-host confirms shock departure in separate statement minutes later
98FM stars Brian Dowling and Suzanne Kane have called it quits on their radio show. The presenters had been fronting their weekday morning from 10am to 1pm on 98FM together since March 2023 when Brian joined the team. 3 Brian Dowling and Suzanne Kane, , Credit: Instagram/@ 3 Brian Dowling quits 98fmdublin radio show 3 June 2025 Credit: BPRdowling/Instagram 3 Suzanne Kane, Credit: Instagram However, the pair The dad-of-two wrote: "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 6, my very last show on Brian Dowling & Suzanne Kane." The 44-year-old reminisced on his radio journey saying: "When I joined Suzanne back in March of 2023, I had ZERO radio hosting skills. Blake was only six months old and baby Blu was only a twinkle in our eyes. read more on brian dowling "It took me a minute to get into my new groove, but when I did, WOW, I honestly have had the best time and 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 two years and three months later and I'm still laughing and 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." The Six O'Clock Show host made sure to thank his 98FM radio crew and admitted that he's looking forward to a "slower summer". Most read in Celebrity He said: "I'm not actually sure if I can operate on a slower pace. normality will continue on Six and of course, shooting the rest of The Salvage Squad this summer, as well as some trips away I've planned; in fact, it's turning out to be a very memorable summer." Brian finished off his farewell statement saying: "The BIGGEST THANK YOU goes to our listeners; you guys are the best, as you have kept me company five days a week for the last two years and three months. Your daily messages have brightened my days from 10am - 1pm. Brian Dowling shares proposal nightmare "Goodbyes are not something I'm very good at, but this doesn't feel like a goodbye at all; it's more of a talk to you later. "This is Brian Dowling & you are listening to 98FM." And Suzanne, who's been off air for months, made sure to bid farewell to her fans with a departure announcement posted just minutes before Brian's. The mum-of-three wrote: "After nearly 5 years, I'm stepping away from my role presenting 10AM to 1PM on 98FM. 'IT'S 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." Suzanne thanked her "amazing team" saying: "I loved the madness and radio nerdiness that we all shared and how much we cared. "Radio is really special and thats 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." Shouting out her fans, Suzanne addeed: "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 and thank you for always turning up for me, it means more than any of you will know." The popular presenter also made sure to share her gratitude for her beloved family. She wrote: "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 alway do'. "Onward to the next adventure." The announcements truly shook fans as they flooded the comment section with support for both stars.
The Irish Sun
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘I didn't realise how hard it is' admits 98FM star as she opens up on ‘no regret' decision behind mobile home purchase
98FM star Suzanne Kane has opened up about her "heavenly" decision to purchase a mobile home for her family. The popular radio star frequently co-hosts a weekday morning show on 98FM from 10am to 1pm. Advertisement 2 Suzanne purchased a caravan home for her family in Wicklow Credit: Instagram 2 Suzanne and her husband first began their search six years ago Credit: Instagram The radio star has three kids with her husband Joey: Oisin, ten, Hannah, eight and Sadie, four. The happy couple recently purchased a mobile home for their family, in the same caravan park her husband spent his summers growing up. Their new mobile home is located in Clogga Caravan park in Arklow, Co She spoke to RSVP about her decision behind purchasing the plot, explaining: "I work full-time and there is something so unbelievable about throwing the kids in the car on a Friday afternoon and driving 50 minutes down the road. Advertisement read more on Suzanne Kane "Last year, we had a moment when the kids arrived, it was the first weekend in May and we pulled into our mobile. My little girl, who was seven at the time and had made some friends very briefly the summer before, ran down and they all hugged on the deck. "They were gone, off they went and played. It's the epitome of a safe childhood because they can't go anywhere and everybody on the site looks out for them." And although the benefits of owning a holiday home are plentiful, Suzanne's experience in purchasing the plot differed greatly from her expectations. She said: "I didn't realise how hard it is to buy a holiday home in a mobile home park. I thought you just rang and went, 'Hi, can I have a mobile?' But no, that's not how it works'. Advertisement Most read in Celebrity Revealed The couple started their hunt more than six years ago, which consisted of constant Googling, calling sellers and scouting their desired areas. Eventually they landed on Clogga caravan park, a small area located just 40 steps away from the beach. Ireland AM star marks career milestone after first weekend on air and fans say he's 'a natural' She added: "For us, financially, we were like, 'We're going to have to dig deep to make this happen', but my husband Joey said we would not regret it. We definitely don't, it's just a piece of heaven down there". Recently Suzanne has taken an Advertisement Suzanne has been missing from the station since early April, with Leanne Hanafin replacing her. SHOW SHAKE-UP The radio star took to Instagram while the show was on to post a video of herself sitting in the back of a car and teased a new project. She wrote: "Off to do two things I've never done before." Suzanne then shared a clip of her while in Heuston railway station "confessing" about her train worries before heading off to Cork. Advertisement She admitted: "I'm 44 and I've never been on a train on my own ever. Last time I got a train was like 15 years ago and that was to Kilkenny. "But like Niamh clearly looked after that because there's no way I could do that. "I'm going to Cork today on the train and was going by myself... I don't even know what you do. "So now I'm waiting for somebody because they're coming with me on the train. Now, they were going anyway but they were like, 'I'll jump on your train'. Advertisement "I've just sent them a message going, 'I'm glad you're going because I don't even know... I don't know what you do next, I'm just standing here waiting'."
