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The Irish Sun
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘Ah stop' cry fans as RTE star breaks silence after rumours he's taking over iconic radio show
RTE star Carl Mullan has addressed rumours that he is in the running to take over Joe Duffy's Liveline spot. The 2FM host was caught in the fire after a clip shared to star sitting inside the renowned Radio 1 studio. 2 Carl Mullan sent fans into a frenzy as he shared a clip of himself in the Radio 1 studio 2 Carl was quick to clear up the rumours with a hilarious video In the short video posted to the official seat in the studio. The popular presenter looked around the room in shock and then stared down at the mic in front of him. A caption over the clip wrote: "When you stumble into the wrong studio." But fans were left reeling when RTE READ MORE IN CARL MULLAN The cheeky comment and the clip made for some serious discourse online as fans wondered if Carl was now in the lead to replace Duffy. But, the funny man was quick to shut down the rumours with a sarcastic video posted to his own Instagram page. The 32-year-old said: "Hello all, Carl Mullan here, award-winning dancer and Irish media sex symbol. "I would like to clear up some confusion that has been created." MOST READ IN THE IRISH SUN The dad-of-three continued: "There was a video released on the 2FM Instagram page where I was seen in the RTE Radio 1 studio. "And people have been speculating as to whether it might mean I am taking over from Joe Duffy ." Carl Mullan shares adorable clip of 18-month-old daughter singing The Irish host sarcastically remarked: "Well, I would like to clear up the confusion and confirm that, yes, I am absolutely, definitely in the running to take over from Joe. "Even though I've only just started a brand-new show on 2FM." Carl then humorously pointed at a freeze-frame of the clip of him in the Radio 1 studio looking completely stunned. He added: "And this was the photograph that I chose to announce myself as in the running because I think I look really great in it and very professional as well." The star wrapped up his comical response to the clip by saying: "Just so there is no confusion, I will be putting my name forward to take over from Joe Duffy, I hope this clears things up." JUMPING TO CONCLUSIONS Fans all flocked to the comment section to react to Carl's hilarious clap back. RTE Radio 1 commented: "Broke our ankles jumping to conclusions." Deirdre said: "Sure you could do both jobs carl, breakfast show over in plenty of time to prep for the Carl Mullen show. You'd be brilliant!! Just imagine the craic." Siobhan wrote: "Ahahah Carl don't ever change." Collette added: "Never mind Joe Duffy you should be doing stand up!" And Pamela remarked: "Ah stop!"
Extra.ie
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Watch: Could 2FM's Carl Mullan be the next Liveline presenter?
Carl Mullan's name has been thrown into the mix regarding who could take over as presenter of Liveline following Joe Duffy's retirement. The beloved broadcaster last month announced he was retiring after 37 years at the helm of the Radio 1 show. He took up the role following the retirement of Marian Finucane. Joe's final episode will air on Friday, June 27, with speculation rampant as to who could take over. Carl Mullan's name has been thrown into the mix regarding who could take over as presenter of Liveline following Joe Duffy's retirement. Pic: Carl Mullan/ Instagram Presenter Katie Hannon, who is a regular replacement for Joe, is understood to be high on the list to land the coveted gig, with other names thrown into the mix, Newstalk's Ciara Kelly and Daithí O'Sé. The Kerryman has presented alongside Maura Derrane on the RTÉ One Today Show for more than a decade, and has also previously worked with TG4. A number of stars from 2FM have also had their names mentioned, including former 2FM star Jennifer Zamparelli and now Carl Mullan, co-presenter of 2FM Breakfast. View this post on Instagram A post shared by RTÉ 2FM (@rte2fm) A clip of the breakfast broadcaster shared online saw him looking alarmed in the RTÉ Radio 1 studio with the caption: 'When you stumble into the wrong studio.' The short video was shared on the RTÉ 2FM social media, noting Carl was 'looking like a fish out of water,' though there was plenty backing him for the Liveline takeover. 'It won't take long Carl…' Radio 1 broadcaster Claire Byrne wrote. The beloved broadcaster last month announced he was retiring after 37 years at the helm of the Radio 1 show. He took up the role following the retirement of Marian Finucane. Pic: RTÉ 'Perfect to take over from Joe Duffy,' another added while a third commented: 'The only condition that would make me listen to Liveline.' RTÉ Radio 1 even commented: 'Okay, close enough, you can have Liveline.' recently learned that the public service broadcaster will adopt a 'sink or swim' on-air interview approach to appointing the new presenter, with an insider noting the show was a 'juggernaut.' They said: 'It takes a very particular set of skills to carry the show.' While Katie Hannon is high on the list, the source added it wasn't confirmed, sharing: 'There's no doubt Katie has handled the role when she stands in for Joe, but that in no may means she will get the gig full time.'
The Irish Sun
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘This is precious', cry RTE star's fans over ‘adorable' clip of ‘clever little cutie' daughter, 1, singing U2 hit song
RTE star Carl Mullan has left his fans gushing "this is precious" after sharing a clip of his 18-month-old singing. The 2FM host and his wife Aisling are doting parents to three kids; Daibhi, three, Eala, one, and Advertisement 2 Carl Mullan shared an adorable clip of his daughter singing 2 Carl's fans were all left gushing over the sweet clip It's safe to say the Mullan household is busy - but that doesn't mean there's no time for fun. Taking to Instagram, singing the The little one was getting ready for bed, but not before having a sing-song with her dad. Eala sat in Carl's lap and finished off the end of each lyric as he sweetly sang it to her. Advertisement READ MORE IN CARL MULLAN It was evident that the small child had been hearing the U2 anthem around the house as she knew the lyrics off by heart. She adorably began belting out the chorus with Carl as he dramatically closed his eyes and hit the high note. The proud dad penned in his caption: "We have another U2 fan on our hands and my heart will never recover from this." Fans were all left with their hearts melting as they reacted to the adorable clip in the comments. Advertisement Most read in News TV Ailbhe wrote: "No, stop that this is amazing! Eala, you are a star in the making!" Yvonne said: "Ah Carl what a clever little cutie you have!" Carl Mullan opens up on health scare Wendy remarked: "That's a memory made right there.. that will live on in your heart forever." Gill remarked: "That is absolutely gorgeous!!! What a clever girlie!" Advertisement Amanda added: "Well this is just precious." And Rachel gushed: "I can't Carl. Little angel" This comes after Carl's fans were left wondering why he had been missing from 2FM for a number of days. TOOTH HURTS Carl was quick to update followers on his whereabouts as he revealed he had teeth . Advertisement The dad-of-three shared a series of photos on The The surgery . SYMPATHY TRAIN After the operation, the star posted a painful looking photo with two cotton pads in his mouth full of blood. Advertisement The presenter's cheeks were totally swollen and one of his eyes was half closed. Carl hilariously zoomed in on his eyes in the picture to emphasise how hard the anaesthetic had hit him. The radio star joked: "Some people were wondering if I had got the snip... the answer is no." Carl continued: "Do you really think I would miss a content and sympathy opportunity like that and mix it in with getting my wisdom teeth out." Advertisement
Extra.ie
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Carl Mullan opens up on dad 'guilt' as internet has 'huge role' to play
Father-of-three and popular radio host Carl Mullan has taken a seat on the other side of the mic as he made a very open and honest appearance on the Baby Tribe Podcast discussing the realities and struggles of dad life. Carl, who welcomed his third child in January with wife Aisling, delved into his own experiences with fatherhood and the challenges of balancing fame and family. The 2FM host said there are very often unrealistic expectations placed on parents. Pic: Carl Mullan/Instagram ''I think it's really important to say out loud, because I think in general, with parenthood, there's an awful lot of expectation,' he said. 'And the internet has a huge role to play in this. There's a lot of expectation in terms of what you're told you should feel, how the experience should be, particularly for moms.' Carl became a first-time dad during the COVID-19 pandemic when his wife Aisling gave birth to son Daibhí in August 2021. The couple then went on to welcome daughter Éala in 2023. Pic: Carl Mullan/Instagram 'If you don't feel how the internet tells you you should feel, which is this instant surge of love. A lot of guilt can come with that,' he said. 'And even as a dad, I felt that everyone had said, 'oh, it's the most incredible experience and you'll never understand love like it'. 'And I think as parents, sometimes we talk about how it feels to become a parent based on our experience now, whereas we don't kind of rewind back the clock and think, what was that like for me when it just began. It's pure shell shock. I didn't feel that instant surge of love. It was okay. Our job here is to just keep this baby alive. I'm blessed.' Pic: Carl Mullan/Instagram Speaking on the podcast, Carl further expanded on the complexities of modern parenting roles, the evolving dynamics between partners, and the struggle to maintain personal identity while raising a family. 'A lot of my guilt would be, not even from the point of view of, say, not being home with the kids, because I am actually very lucky because I work early mornings and I finish early. 'So compared to someone who does a traditional nine to five, I probably get a lot more time with the kids than people who are commuting and in their cars for like 3 or 4 hours a day,' the 35-year-old said. 'A lot of my guilt would come from Ais (Mullan's wife) has to facilitate me a lot because of what I do,' he told The Baby Tribe. 'So, whether it's travelling or, you know, when I was doing Dancing With The Stars where she just had to pretty much drop everything she was doing outside of the hours of work to facilitate me. That's where I would feel a bit of guilt because of what I do, you get the kudos or you get the people going like, oh, I love your videos or whatever.' Carl also offered his own parenting advice saying: 'As long as you're trying your best, that's all you can do. And the whole idea of having these false expectations of how you should be a parent, because of what you see online. We really need to try and get rid of that because it's so damaging and it can really take away from the joy of the early stages of parenthood.'
Irish Daily Mirror
29-04-2025
- Climate
- Irish Daily Mirror
Carl Mullan among Irish tourists affected by power outages in Spain and Portugal
Portuguese and Spanish officials remain in the dark about what caused a peninsula-wide power cut on Monday. RTE 2FM presenter Carl Mullan and his family were among hordes of Irish tourists affected by the blackout. The broadcaster and dad-of-three took to Instagram to document the experience. In a series of videos, he revealed the host of his villa dropped in with some candles and head torches. In another, he revealed that his wife Aisling had washed her hair under torchlight but had forgotten there was no power to dry it when she was finished. As night fell, Carl showed the view from the villa before taking a sip of rose while wearing his head torch. In another, he goes to the fridge to grab a drink with the caption: "Nothing a nice warm beer won't fix." But there was light at the end of the tunnel and Carl took to social media this afternoon to confirm his power had returned. Meanwhile, in Spain, a barman at James Joyce Irish Pub in Madrid revealed punters still flocked to the boozer on Monday despite having no electricity. Speaking to the Irish Mirror, he said: "Even without electricity the pub was full, people were still coming. It was crazy but some wanted to come and enjoy a beer. "We're open as normal today, everything is back to normal." On Monday, 13 flights to and from Dublin Airport were axed as a result of the outage but things were back to normal today. In a statement, the daa said: "Thankfully, the issues that affected airports in Spain and Portugal on Monday have subsided and flights are operating as normal this morning. "At both Cork and Dublin airports, we've seen a full schedule of first wave flights depart, including many to Spain and Portugal. "We're expecting a busy but smooth weekend at both Cork and Dublin airports this weekend, as many head overseas for the May bank holiday and with thousands of visitors set to come to Ireland for the long weekend." It comes as the cause of Spain and Portugal's widespread blackouts remained a mystery, with some isolated disruption remaining after power was largely restored to both countries. One of Europe's most severe blackouts grounded flights, paralysed metro systems, disrupted mobile communications and shut down ATMs across the Iberian Peninsula on Monday. By 7am on Tuesday more than 99 per cent of energy demand in Spain had been restored, the country's electricity operator Red Electrica said. Portuguese grid operator REN said all 89 power substations were back online and power had been restored to all 6.4 million customers. On Monday, it was reported that Portugal's grid operator REN pointed the finger to a rare phenomenon known as "induced atmospheric vibration" but they have since rowed back on this. The authorities in Spain have yet to provide further explanations for what caused one of the most serious blackouts to ever take place in Europe. The Southern European nation of 49 million people lost 15 gigawatts - equivalent to 60 per cent of its national demand - in just five seconds. On Tuesday, Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said that the government's priorities were twofold - restoring Spain's electrical system and finding the causes of the blackout so that a similar event "never takes place again." Such widespread electric failure has little precedent on the Iberian Peninsula or in Europe. Mr Sanchez urged the public to refrain from speculation and said no theory about the cause of the outage had been discarded. Eduardo Prieto, director of services for system operations at Spain's electricity operator, noted two steep, back-to-back "disconnection events" before Monday's blackout. Speaking at a news conference on Tuesday, he said that more investigation was needed to understand why they took place. Spain's meteorological agency, AEMET, said that it hadn't detected any "unusual meteorological or atmospheric phenomena" on Monday, and no sudden temperature fluctuations were recorded at their weather stations. Portugal's National Cybersecurity Centre on Monday dismissed speculation about foul play, saying that there was no sign that the outage resulted from a cyber-attack. European Council President Antonio Costa also said that there were "no indications of any cyber-attack," while Teresa Ribera, an executive vice president of the European Commission, also ruled out sabotage. Nonetheless, the outage "is one of the most serious episodes recorded in Europe in recent times," she said. At Spain's largest train stations, droves of travellers waited Tuesday morning to board trains, or to rebook tickets for journeys that were cancelled or disrupted. At Madrid's Atocha station, hundreds of people stood near screens waiting for updates. Many had spent the night at the station, wrapped in blankets provided by the Red Cross. Similar scenes played out at Barcelona's Sants station. The Madrid Open tennis tournament resumed after the blackout caused 22 matches to be postponed on Monday. A packed schedule Tuesday included second-ranked Iga Swiatek advancing to the quarterfinals. By 11 a.m. on Tuesday, service on Madrid's subway system was fully restored. In Barcelona, the system was operating normally, but commuter trains were suspended because of "electrical instability," the company that runs the service, Rodalies Catalunya, said on X. In some parts of the country, commuter and mid-distance services were still suspended or running at reduced capacity. Emergency workers in Spain said they had rescued around 35,000 passengers on Monday stranded along railways and underground. The blackout was especially disruptive on transit systems, turning sports centres, train stations, and airports into makeshift overnight refuges. Ruben Carion was stranded on a commuter train outside Madrid but managed to open a window and walk to the nearest transit station. He and a friend later spent the night in Atocha station after their train back to Barcelona was cancelled. 24-year-old Carion said that he chose to wait at the station instead of a hotel, so he could stay updated on when he could buy a new ticket home. Sleeping on the floor "hungry, thirsty and tired," Cairon described his experience in two words: "pure chaos."
