Ryan Tubridy reveals why he stepped down from Late Late Show after 14 years

The host's upcoming 50th birthday and the 'glare of the limelight' played into his decision to retire from the chat show

Ryan Tubridy has opened up about his time at the helm of the Late Late Show and his decision to retire as host. Picture: Brian McEvoy

While the country debates who will take on his role, Ryan Tubridy has opened up about his decision to leave the Late Late Show after two decades in "the glare of the limelight".

Tubridy announced his decision to step down as host of the RTÉ show in March after 14 years at the helm. His final show will air days before the broadcaster’s 50th birthday, which was one of the factors that led to him leaving the role.