Tommy Tiernan Show recap: Louise James on losing five family members at Buncrana Pier

Tommy Tiernan's guests included Louise James, Cormac and Breanndán Ó Beaglaoich, and Eleanor Tiernan
Tommy Tiernan Show recap: Louise James on losing five family members at Buncrana Pier

Louise James who lost five family members in the Buncrana Pier tragedy in 2016. Picture: Tommy Tiernan Show/RTE.

Sun, 01 Feb, 2026 - 08:00
Breda Graham

An emotional episode of The Tommy Tiernan Show on Saturday night explored loss, sadness, hope, and finding one’s place in the world.

Guests on the night included Louise James, Cormac and Breanndán Ó Beaglaoich, and Eleanor Tiernan.

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