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James Acaster and Bob Geldof Lead Late Late Show Line-Up

Live Aid Legacy and Comedy Stars Lead the Late Late Show Line-up Bob Geldof will join host Patrick Kielty on RTÉ One to reflect on the impact and legacy of Live Aid, which took place on July 13,…

James Acaster and Bob Geldof Lead Late Late Show Line-Up

Live Aid Legacy and Comedy Stars Lead the Late Late Show Line-up

Bob Geldof will join host Patrick Kielty on RTÉ One to reflect on the impact and legacy of Live Aid, which took place on July 13, 1985, and raised millions of pounds toward eradicating hunger and poverty, rte.ie reported. The humanitarian and singer will discuss the events leading up to the historic concerts, share behind-the-scenes memories, and talk about seeing the history adapted into the Olivier-nominated musical Just For One Day, which travels to Ireland next year.

Spandau Ballet member Gary Kemp, who performed at Wembley Stadium during the 1985 event, will also appear in studio to share his own memories of the day that rocked the world, according to rte.ie.

Comedians James Acaster and Kyla Cobbler Join Patrick Kielty

Comedian James Acaster will make his Late Late Show debut straight from the Celebrity Traitors in the UK, evote..ie reported. Acaster will discuss life on the dark side of the television competition, his holidays in Ireland, and his new stand-up special. Fellow comedian Kyla Cobbler rounds out the entertainment lineup, sitting down with Kielty to discuss selling out her upcoming 3Arena show, writing her memoir, getting married, and expecting her first child, rte.ie confirmed. EVOKE noted that Cobbler will also chat about why she is grateful for both the big and small wins of her blockbuster year.

Simon Zebo Discusses Munster Rugby and Paris Career

Rugby star Simon Zebo will appear on the Friday night broadcast to discuss his deep-rooted love for Munster and how a clash with coach Joe Schmidt ultimately landed him in Paris, rte.ie reported. Zebo will also reflect on a career that, in an ideal world, might have seen him playing county football for Cork, according to the same source.

The Late Late Show airs Friday at 9:35 PM on RTÉ One and the RTÉ Player.

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