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'Derry Girls' Star Siobhán McSweeney to Host 'The Traitors Ireland'
VarietyStory by Naman Ramachandran
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Siobhán McSweeney, the beloved 'Derry Girls' star, takes the reins of RT&É's adaptation of the hit reality format 'The Traitors' as the Irish broadcaster looks to capitalize on the show's global success.
beat sheet
- With 'Derry Girls' being one of the most popular Irish comedies in recent memory, McSweeney's hosting gig is a major get for RT&É, as they seek to attract a wide audience for the psychological reality competition.
- The Traitors format, which has found success in the UK, US, and the Netherlands, will be produced locally by Kite Entertainment, signaling RT&É's commitment to adapting popular international formats for Irish viewers.
call sheet
Siobhán McSweeney, RT&É, Kite Entertainment, 'The Traitors Ireland', 'Derry Girls'