Dáithí Ó Sé and Kathryn Thomas officially launched the Rose of Tralee International Festival 2023 on Tuesday morning.
The popular presenters will host this year’s festival, which will run from Friday, August 18 until Tuesday, August 22.
32 Roses will represent the Irish diaspora worldwide this year from Rose Centres across Ireland, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and beyond.
Dáithí has hosted the international festival since 2010, when he took over from Ray D’Arcy, while this is Kathryn’s first time hosting.
Speaking about her new presenting gig, Kathryn said: “I’m honoured and so excited to join Daithí and the team as co-host of this year’s Rose of Tralee.”
“The Festival has such an incredible legacy in Ireland and all around the world – no better way to celebrate such incredible women.”
“I’ve grown up watching it each year, so it’s very special to get the opportunity to present alongside Daithí. I can’t wait to get started. Tralee here we come!”
Meanwhile, Dáithí said: “Tá mé beannaithe i measc na mban! The Rose of Tralee Rose Tour is in full swing and it’s been a pleasure to meet and get to know this year’s Roses. Next stop the Kingdom!”
“I’m over the moon to be back presenting the Rose of Tralee for another year, and to welcome my wonderful new co-host Kathryn to the Rose of Tralee family!”
“Kathryn and I have known and worked with each other for over two decades, so no doubt that there’s plenty of craic in store. We can’t wait to meet this year’s incredible 32 Roses, and make our way to Tralee. Seo linn!”
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