Jam-packed season finale of Late Late Show fails to address Patrick Kielty's future as host

Anticipation had been building in recent weeks about whether Patrick Kielty would renew his contract with RTÉ

Friday night's episode of The Late Late Show marked the end of the 2025-2026 season. Picture: Late Late Show/Instagram.

Friday night's season finale of The Late Late Show failed to address mounting speculation that host Patrick Kielty may not return for a fourth season.

Anticipation had been building in recent weeks about whether the Co Down native would renew his contract with the national broadcaster.