The Late Late Show (season 48) The Late Late Show (season 48) The 48th season of "The Late Late Show", an Irish television chat show, began on 4 September 2009 and concluded on 28 May 2010. It aired on RTÉ One each Friday evening from 21:30. It was the first series to be hosted by Ryan Tubridy, the show's fourth permanent host following the resignation of Pat Kenny live on air the previous season. Tubridy's first episode as host achieved a 62 per cent audience share, the highest audience for a regular season episode since 1999. Local guests this season included Taoiseach Brian Cowen, his predecessor
Ryan Tubridy said, "Uh absolutely" then tried to ask Ifans about his latest film. Ifans said, "It's called "Neverland" and uh, it's a prequel to "Peter Pan". Yeah? OK? Are you familiar with that?" "I sure am" said Tubridy. Because you've got very Peter Panny feet" Ifans continued. Tubridy thanked him for the compliment then Ifans smiled and said "Dainty little bugger" to laughter from the studio audience. Tubridy is a UNICEF ambassador. His love of reading means he has a special interest in childhood literacy. He has also been associated with the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul Toy Appeal. After