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This week's Late Late Show guests revealed

The Late Late Show, Friday nights at 9.35pm on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player
The Late Late Show, Friday nights at 9.35pm on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player

Champion boxer Katie Taylor, actress and activist Jameela Jamil, Irish jockey Rachael Blackmore and Dancing with the Stars judge Arthur Gourounlian are among the guests on this week's Late Late Show.

Irish sporting icon Taylor will reflect on her extraordinary career inside the ring, her legacy in getting women's boxing added to the Olympic Games in 2012 and how she balances the demands of boxing with life beyond it.

She will also chat to host Patrick Kielty about family life in America and what the future holds.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 09: Katie Taylor speaks during the Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano Press Conference at The Theater at Madison Square Garden on April 09, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images for Netflix)
Irish boxer Katie Taylor for The Late Late Show

Actress, podcaster and activist Jamil will talk about her outspoken advocacy on mental health, body image and representation.

She will also discuss her new Netflix Christmas movie, A Merry Little Ex-Mas, her recent roles in The Good Place and SheHulk and reveal what's next for her as she continues to challenge stereotypes and champion change both on and off screen.

Jameela Jamil to talk about advocacy on The Late Late

Renowned Irish jockey Blackmore will launch the 2025 RTÉ Toy Show Appeal on Friday's Late Late.

She will highlight the Jack de Bromhead Equine Centre, a project close to her heart that is supported by the Appeal.

Blackmore will be joined in studio by Croía Shine, a service user of the Equine Centre, and her mother Cara who will share the profound impact the centre has had on their lives.

Renowned Irish jockey Rachael Blackmore to launch the 2025 RTÉ Toy Show Appeal

Dancing with the Stars judge Gourounlian will talk about life at home with his husband Brian Dowling and daughters Blake and Blu and how they inspired his new children's book.

He will also talk about how the death of his father led to his unwavering work ethic and positive outlook on life.

Arthur Gourounlian will talk about how his daughters inspired his new children's book

Comedian Shane Todd will talk about sharing the stage with some of the biggest names in international comedy and embarking on his very first all-Ireland tour.

And there's music from Irish pop and rock band Something Happens as they celebrate 35 years since the release of their iconic album Stuck Together with God’s Glue.

The Late Late Show, Friday nights at 9.35pm on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player.

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