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Don't Tell The Bride

The happy couple Derek and Leona

It was all about something old, something new, something borrowed and a big tattoo on this week's episode of Don't Tell The Bride.

Derek and Leona are childhood sweethearts, laying eyes on each other at the tender age of seventeen, when Leona was just still at school (Clearly Derek forgot that the camera was rolling when he made "short skirt"). The inseparable lovebirds grew up close to each other in Sandyford, and have a lot of mutual friends in common.

Ten years on the couple still reside in Sandyford, but they are now living together on the same grounds as Derek's parents and his two brothers (I kid you not). I couldn't help but giggle when Leona's friend compared the house to Heuston Station as there are always visitors.

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Prisoners' Wives - very disappointing opening episode

John Byrne brings his weekly round-up of all things telly.

Soft Cell

Reviewed: Prisoners' Wives (Tuesday, BBC ONE)
Like anyone else who's spent far too much of their time watching less-than-inspiring TV, I've often said to myself: 'I could do better than that!' But I couldn't, really. Coming up with a basic idea for a show is one thing, but having the ability to develop characters, plan plots and themes, and write dialogue? That's a serious business, as is the ability to wrap it all up and draw in your average viewer, who nowadays has hundreds of channels and the internet at their disposal.

The Voice Of Ireland

Let the battle rounds begin!

It was all about tears, sighs of relief and jumps of joy this week on The Voice Of Ireland, as the coaches filled the last remaining places on their teams. As always, bucket loads of talent took the Helix by storm, but unfortunately not all of the auditionees made the cut.

Carolann Haskins (22) a music student from Kildare was one of the lucky few to secure a place in the final twelve on Team Bressie. Her musical knowledge and experience really shone through in her performance of Last Name. It sounded like the song was written especially for her. I thoroughly enjoyed this audition, and really hope Carolann survives in the battle rounds. If she is fortunate enough to make it to Team Bressie's final six, I would love to hear her rendition of Garth Brook's Ain't Goin Down ('Til The Sun Comes Up), or a country version of The Easybeats River Deep, Mountain High.

Elliot Canavan Doyle (19) from Meath stole the show with his version of Damien Rice's 9 Crimes. It was one of my favourite performances of the series. His awkwardness and shyness on stage, actually worked to his advantage. I found his vulnerability to be quite endearing. Elliot's silky smooth voice made him a pleasure to listen to. I would gladly buy his album any day! It is hard to believe that just a couple of years ago the apprentice hairdresser barely had the confidence to talk. From the banter he had with the coaches to his little brother's incredibly cute comment, Elliot came across as a down-to-earth and genuine guy. I predict that he will go really far in the competition. In fact, Kian may have a potential winner on his hands.

Pavel is back!

Raw

The tension could be cut with a knife this week in Raw, as Shane found out about Kate's cheating ways, Selina stirred up some trouble for Geoff and Pavel, while Jojo lashed out at poor Philip in the kitchen.

Debbie and Martin on their big day

Don't Tell the Bride

It was all about saucy salsa dancing, Jo Dolan songs, hot plates, and diva strops on this week's episode of Don't Tell the Bride.

Gabriel Macht - cuts a fine dash in Suits

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John Byrne talks about telly.

The pressure is on!

The Voice Of Ireland

Last night we feasted our eyes on week four of The Voice Of Ireland. With just one round of Blind Auditions to go, the contestants seem to be getting louder, while those last notes just keep on getting longer.

Jojo was not inpressed by the family meeting

Raw

It was all about the awkward moments, long silences and flirtatious banter on the fourth episode of this series of Raw, this week.

Dylan Walsh and Poppy Montgomery - work well together on Unforgettable

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John Byrne brings his weekly round-up of all things telly.

The competition is really starting to heat up!

The Voice of Ireland

It was a case of third time lucky (and then some) for The Voice of Ireland this weekend as the auditioness continued to take The Helix by storm, while some of the coaches created a few blizzards of their own (excuse the pun).

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