DJ Suzanne Kane breaks silence as both she and Brian Dowling leave 98FM

Sunday World

03-06-2025

RUMOURS OF RIFT |
Former Big Brother star Brian Dowling also took to social media. Neither thanked the other
In happier times...Suzanne and Brian were thrown together in 2023 but it didn't work out
The popular Dubliner had been on leave since February when she allegedly made complaints about the behaviour of her co-host Brian Dowling.
As we exclusively reported back in April, Kane had reached the point she could no longer work with the former Big Brother winner and chose to take some time off while the station bosses undertook an investigation.
Rumours online had been circulating for months about the circumstances of Kane's surprise absence and the nature of Dowling's treatment of her and the Breakfast Show's staff, but the star repeatedly refused to answer our texts and calls.
Minutes after Suzanne took to Instagram, Dowling also made a statement.
In happier times...Suzanne and Brian were thrown together in 2023 but it didn't work out
News in 90 Seconds - 3rd June 2025
In today's emotional post on Instagram, the mum-of-three said: 'A little life update (isn't that what they call it?)
"After nearly 5 years, l'm stepping away from my role presenting 10AM to 1PM on 98FM. 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.
'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.'
Suzanne with her family Joey, Oisin, Hannah and Sadie
She continued: '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'.'
Suzanne has nearly two decades in the business and will surely land a new radio gig soon.
Brian's statement read: '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.
"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.
Brian Dowling with 98FM boss Pat Gill
"A MASSIVE HEARTFELT. Thank you to the team, Russell and Cathal. You guys make the show what it is, and especially to you, Pat Gill, for making this experience UTTERLY JOYFUL for me. Also, to you, James Brownlow, thanks for taking the risk on me 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
"The BIGGEST THANK YOU goes to our listeners; you guys are the best, as you have kept me company 5 days a week for the last 2 years & 3 months. Your daily messages have brightened my days from 10am - 1pm. 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 ♥️'
More to come as we hear it...