Saoirse will discuss her rise to fame in the global hit ‘Derry Girls’, her recent role in ‘How to Get to Heaven from Belfast’ and a wedding that became a viral cultural moment.
She will also reflect on her roots in Derry and Inishowen that remain a core part of her identity.
Award-winning writer Lisa McGee, creator of ‘Derry Girls’, will be in studio to talk about her new series comedy-thriller ‘How to Get to Heaven from Belfast’. She will discuss how growing up in the North continues to shape her creative voice and why she believes ‘Derry Girls’ has resonated so strongly with audiences worldwide.
Majella O’Donnell will sit down with Patrick for an open and heartfelt conversation about her mental health journey. She speaks candidly about the 10-week hospital stay that followed her struggle with depression and the overwhelming support she has received since sharing her story publicly.
Comedian Gearóid Farrelly drops by to share stories from life on the road - from touring with Joanne McNally to headlining his own shows. He will also reflect about how Dancing with the Stars brought him to a whole new audience.
Best known for her iconic turn as Liz McDonald on Coronation Street, Beverley Callard will join Patrick to discuss taking on her latest role in Ireland’s longest-running drama, Fair City.
Also on the show on Friday, Hothouse Flowers will share memories from four decades on the road and treat audiences to three special performances.
1. Saoirse-Monica Jackson (centre) and Lisa McGee (second from left) will be on The Late Late Show on Friday.
Saoirse-Monica Jackson (centre) and Lisa McGee (second from left) will be on The Late Late Show on Friday. Photo: Lorcan Doherty
2. Patrick Kielty, host of the RTÉ The Late Late Show. Picture andres Poveda
Patrick Kielty, host of the RTÉ The Late Late Show. Picture andres Poveda Photo: Andres POVEDA