I've genuinely been blown away by all the love and support that you guys have sent my way," he said. "One of the greatest joys of hosting this show is that you're never alone. And so, to all of you who have been so kind to me and my family this past few months, can I just say a huge go raibh míle maith agat," a visibly emotional Kielty said. "It's one of the many reasons why walking out here is always a privilege, why being back here with you tonight truly puts flesh on my bones, and why it never gets old to say these words - welcome to The Late Late Show.
After the host's tough year and ever-dwindling viewing figures, this may be his last year at the helm In a normal year, the return of The Late Late Show (RTÉ One, Friday) would be greeted with two reactions: excitement and indifference. For a large, if dwindling, number of viewers, the 63-year-old chat show remains the centrepiece of their evening.
