Ryan Tubridy recalled as a 'sensitive' host by former Late Late Show guests

Stephen Teap whose wife Irene passed away in 2017 from cervical cancer said he did not know what to expect before meeting the host but said he was “very genuine”, adding that the respect he showed himself, Vicky Phelan and Lorraine Walsh was something he “won’t forget”. File picture: Andres Poveda

Former Late Late Show guests have described the departing Ryan Tubridy as a “respectful” and “sensitive” host who went above and beyond to make them feel at ease.

Stephen Teap whose wife Irene passed away in 2017 from cervical cancer said he did not know what to expect before meeting the host but said he was “very genuine”, adding that the respect he showed himself, Vicky Phelan and Lorraine Walsh was something he “won’t forget”.