From Cahersiveen to CNN: Who is Donie O’Sullivan, the Irish reporter in Washington DC?

The Kerry man gained legions of new fans in his home country after reporting from Washington DC yesterday.

Donie O'Sullivan, CNN

Amid the turmoil in Washington DC yesterday caused by rioting supporters of outgoing US President Donald Trump, one name began to trend on social media above others: Donie.

It came after Kerry man and CNN reporter Donie O’Sullivan took to the air to cover the unfolding events. O’Sullivan was a calm presence among the chaos, cooly speaking to the camera as Trump supporters overwhelmed the US Capitol.