The mother of Late Late Show host Patrick Kielty has passed away peacefully at home in Dundrum, Co Down.
The news was confirmed just hours after the TV presenter fronted the latest episode of the popular talk show on Friday night.
Mary Kielty is survived by her three sons Patrick, John and Cahal. Her husband John Kielty was murdered by the UFF in 1988.
A death notice described Mrs Kielty as a "loving mother" and "devoted grandmother".
It added that she "will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her entire family circle, neighbours and friends".
Mrs Kielty has stayed out of the spotlight despite her son and daughter-in-law, Cat Deeley's, public profiles.
Not long after he took over as host of the Late Late, Kielty said: "Mary Kielty is secretly delighted but not making any real public statements."
Speaking during an appearance at the Amgen Irish Open, he explained how his mother still offers to do his laundry.
"I think Irish mummies never really understand what age their youngsters actually are. So you do get a lot of offers like 'Do you have any washing' and I would be like 'Well no, no that's done, I'm 53 mum," he said.
Mrs Kielty's funeral will take place on Monday.
