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Sunday World
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Sunday World
Brian Dowling and Jennifer Zamparelli return to airwaves as they fill in Today FM slot
The pair are set to cover for Dave Moore as he takes two weeks' holidays Brian Dowling and Jennifer Zamparelli are set to return to the airwaves over the next two weeks as they cover for Dave Moore on Today FM. Taking to Instagram, Dowling, who left sister station 98FM earlier this month after two years, announced the news. 'And Just Like That... I'm back on the radio,' the father of two shared. 'So excited to be filling in for the man who is in shorts 365 days of the year @davetodayfm for his show on @todayfm as he takes his Summer holidays, well let's be honest if I had legs like him I'd do the same." Brian will host the show for one week, starting on Monday, with former RTÉ 2FM star Jennifer Zamparelli then taking over for the following week. 'I'm taking the reins from Monday for a week & then the gorgeous @jenzamparelli takes over from there. Bring on the next week of RADIO FABULOUSNESS. 'To the team, there START YOUR ENGINES & in the words of @gourounlian LET'S DO THIS.' Sharing the news to her Instagram account, Jennifer said: 'Standing in front of a @davetodayfm poster. Asking his listeners to love me.' Brian announced his shock departure from 98FM on June 3 following a rumoured rift with his co-host Suzanne Kane. '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 said in a statement. "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. Thanking the show's production team, Brian said it 'never felt like work.' Jennifer Zamparelli & Brian Dowling News in 90 Seconds - June 27th 'I mean, how could it when I'm playing the likes of Britney, S Club & JLO, to name but a few.' he said. 'I am so looking forward to a slower Summer; I'm not actually sure if I can operate on a slower pace. Brian said he would continue to present The Six O'Clock Show on Virgin Media, adding that he would also shoot his TV sho The Salvage Squad. 'As well as some trips away I've planned; in fact, it's turning out to be a very memorable Summer. '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 ♥️' Meanwhile, Jennifer left RTÉ 2FM last May after presenting her own show on the station for five years. She recently admitted that while her name was in the mix to take over from Joe Duffy when he leaves Liveline today after 27 years, she has 'no interest' in the job. When asked if she wanted his job by Oliver Callan on his Radio One show today, Zamperelli took herself out of the running for the role. "Absolutely not. No interest, no,' she told the presenter. Speaking about her departure from the station, she said she missed being on air. 'I miss the interaction with people, I miss the craic, I miss my team. 'But do I have any regrets? I don't think so, because I've been able to do so much other stuff.'
Irish Independent
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Jennifer Zamparelli and Brian Dowling set to fill in for Today FM weekday slot
RTÉ star Zamparelli, who hung up her mic at RTÉ's 2FM last summer, shared the news on social media, admitting she is 'so delighted to get back on air' and give Moore 'a lil break!' The Dancing with the Stars presenter said that they will 'hopefully take care of Dave's lovely listeners while he has a much deserved break'. Zamparelli will cover the slot, which airs weekdays from 9am to 12pm, for one week, while Dowling will cover the other. "Myself and Brian are taking over for Dave Moore – separately. Very disappointed – who is the boss? We thought we were doing it together. We would just be too good I think,' she joked. Her social media followers have shared her excitement at filling in for Moore on Today FM, with one writing: 'I'm beyond thrilled for this! Miss you so much on our radio.' "Welcome back to the airwaves, we missed you,' another wrote. Zamparelli was one of four well-known presenters who announced they were quitting 2FM last May, leaving the station after 10 years on air. The co-host of Dancing With The Stars along with Garrihy presented her own show from 9-12pm weekdays on RTÉ 2FM since May 2019, having joined the station in February 2014 on Breakfast Republic. Zamparelli cited her young children Florence and Enzo as part of the reason she had decided to hang up her microphone, saying she feels 'now is the time to give them a little more of me'. "I have been working in 2FM for 10 amazing years and now it's time for me to move on. It has been a really difficult decision to make as I love my team, and of course chatting to you guys (the listeners) every morning,' she said. "From the early starts on Breakfast Republic all those years ago, to opening up the phone lines again from 9-12pm, I have loved every minute. Within this time I have gotten married and had two kids and now I feel it's their time. "Florence and Enzo are growing up so fast it's scary and I really feel now is the time to give them a little more of me, so I won't be returning to my daily radio show."
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘Stop it' cry excited fans as RTE's Jennifer Zamparelli confirms return to radio & says it's ‘going to be a lot of fun'
RTE star Jennifer Zamparelli has made her fans very happy today as she confirmed her return to radio with a major twist. The Dublin beauty Advertisement 3 Jennifer is making a return to radio Credit: Instagram 3 Jennifer will be replacing Dave Moore on Today FM while he's on holidays Credit: VMTV 3 Jennifer has sent her fans into a frenzy with the announcement Credit: Instagram In her shock departure statement, Jen explained: "Within this time I have gotten married and had two kids and now I feel it's their time. "Florence and Enzo are growing up so fast it's scary and I really feel now is the time to give them a little more of me, so I won't be returning to my daily radio show." And after over a year off air, the 45-year-old is making her radio comeback but with a completely new station. Advertisement read more jennifer zamparelli Jennifer shared a video of herself looking very excited while sitting in the Today FM studio over on Instagram this morning. She captioned her post: "News!!! So DELIGHTED to get back on air and give @davetodayfm a lil break!!" Jennifer and Brian Dowling, who recently left 98FM, will be taking turns hosting Dave Moore's Today FM show from 9am until 12pm on weekdays. Jennifer explained: "He's off on his holidays (I know the cheek) and myself and @bprdowling will take a week each and hopefully take care of Dave's lovely listeners while he has a much deserved break!! Advertisement MOST READ ON THE IRISH SUN Exclusive Exclusive "Really hope you tune in... it's gonna be a lot of fun." The Dancing With The Stars host's friends and fans were all sent into a frenzy with the exciting news. Jennifer Zamparelli reveals 'brilliant' way her daughter hit back at doing chores One follower said: "Ahhh Jen, delighted to hear your voice back - even if it is temporary, ya rockstar." Pam commented: " STOP IT!! This better not be fake news, I'm so excited!! Welcome back to the airwaves we missed you... p.s you'd make a great co - anchor with Dave.. just saying @todayfm DO IT ." Advertisement Sarah wrote: "Fantastic news Jen. Great to have you back on radio. Will be tuning in!!" Niall added: "Miss you on the radio Jen." NO-LINE Jennifer recently confirmed she has "no interest" taking over for Joe Duffy who is hosting his last Liveline show this afternoon. When the mum-of-two was asked what she thinks about being a contender for the slot, she told Advertisement "There's a new head of audio and they might just... RTE are great for shaking things up and doing something different, aren't they? They're mad for that. But we'll see. "I haven't got any calls. I've been getting many calls, but not from that department as of yet. But who knows. "Would I consider it? I think you'd be mad not to consider it. You'd be so scared to take on that role. "And you'd need to be appointed by Joe. You'd need full approval. Otherwise you'd have no chance in hell." Advertisement The 45-year-old has also said she's "devastated" that Joe is retiring and has praised him on his "kindness".
Scoop
3 days ago
- Business
- Scoop
Paul Henry Appointed To TVNZ Board
Broadcaster Paul Henry has been appointed to the TVNZ Board, Media and Communications Minister Paul Goldsmith says. 'Mr Henry has spent nearly his entire career involved in the broadcasting industry, producing news, current affairs, and entertainment programming both here in New Zealand and overseas. 'He was integral in the establishment of the successful multi-platform Paul Henry breakfast show, established and sold a radio station in the Wairarapa, and was heavily involved in the launch of the former radio network Today FM. 'He has a deep and passionate understanding of the sector and will enhance the board's insight and strategic decision making. 'I am aware Mr Henry is set to host The Chase New Zealand. However, I am advised any perceived conflict can be effectively managed. 'I am also reappointing John Quirk, who has served on the TVNZ Board since 2023. 'Mr Quirk brings over 20 years of governance, strategic leadership, investment, and corporate advisory experience, with a particular focus on technology, digital transformation, and high-growth companies.'
Extra.ie
3 days ago
- Politics
- Extra.ie
Frances Black rules herself out of the presidential race
Senator Frances Black has ruled herself out of the running to become the country's next president. The Independent politician was flagged as a potential candidate for Áras an Uachtaráin for an alliance of left-leaning parties late last year. Ms Black previously said that she had been approached to enter discussions about the prospect of contesting November's election. Senator Frances Black. Pic: Sasko Lazarov/ However, in an interview earlier this week, she stated that she had received no official offers, leading her to conclude that she would not run. The former singer told The Last Word with Matt Cooper on Today FM: 'I'm ruling myself out of the presidency for sure. I had conversations with people at the start of the year, around this, around the smaller opposition parties, and I haven't heard anything.' The Dublin-based senator described the presidential election campaign as a 'bloodbath', adding: 'I've said it before, you'd want to be a very brave person to go into the presidential election.' Ms Black also cited her work on the Occupied Territories Bill, stating: 'I have too much work to do, particularly on this Bill.
