'This festival has empowered me': New York's Róisín Wiley named Rose of Tralee

New York Rose Róisín Wiley said she was speechless after she was named this year's winner. Picture: Domnick Walsh © Eye Focus LTD

New York Rose Róisín Wiley said being part of the festival has empowered her as she was named the 2023 Rose of Tralee.

The Rose, whose parents are both from Limerick, was presented with the famous sash by last year’s Rose, Rachel Duffy during the final night of the Rose of Tralee Festival.