New host will take Virgin Media's The Tonight Show to 'new heights'

Virgin Media Television has announced broadcaster Kieran Cuddihy as the new host of its flagship current affairs programme, ‘The Tonight Show’.

The show airs on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and Kieran will begin presenting from the 4th of March onwards.

Kieran, who is from Kilkenny, is the presenter of Newstalk's drivetime show, ‘The Hard Shoulder’ and will continue in that role.

Kieran Cuddihy said, “I’m really excited to have the opportunity to present such an important show. When you look at the presenters that have gone before me, you realise what an institution the show has become over the years. What The Tonight Show has consistently taught us is that current affairs programming doesn’t have to be staid and predictable - it can be engaging, informative and entertaining when done right. That’s exactly what I’ll be aiming for every Tuesday and Wednesday. I can’t wait.”

The Tonight Show has been on air for almost 20 years and has driven debate and analysis of the stories and issues that matter to the public, from the financial crash to the Covid pandemic and the current housing crisis. 

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Ruairi Carroll, Head of News at Virgin Media Television, commented: “We’re thrilled to have Kieran at the helm of The Tonight Show. It's a new phase of the show that coincides with major political changes both here and abroad. The Tonight Show has never been afraid to ask tough questions and is always engaging. I have no doubt Kieran will not only maintain the reputation for high standards that our viewers expect, but take it to new heights"

‘The Tonight Show’ airs on Virgin Media Player and Virgin Media One every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10pm.