RTE star Jennifer Zamparelli has confirmed her return to radio with a major announcement.
The Dublin beauty hung up her mic after ten years hosting her 2FM show in May 2024.
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Jennifer will be replacing Dave Moore on Today FM while he’s on holidays[/caption]
Jennifer made the tough decision to leave 2FM to spend more time with her husband Lauterio and their two kids – daughter Florence and son Enzo.
In her shock departure statement, Jen explained: “Within this time I have gotten married and had two kids and now I feel it’s their time.
“Florence and Enzo are growing up so fast it’s scary and I really feel now is the time to give them a little more of me, so I won’t be returning to my daily radio show.”
And after over a year off air, the 45-year-old is making her radio comeback but with a completely new station.
Jennifer shared a video of herself looking very excited while sitting in the Today FM studio over on Instagram this morning.
She captioned her post: “News!!! So DELIGHTED to get back on air and give @davetodayfm a lil break!!”
Jennifer and Brian Dowling, who recently left 98FM, will be taking turns hosting Dave Moore’s Today FM show from 9am until 12pm on weekdays.
Jennifer explained: “He’s off on his holidays (I know the cheek) and myself and @bprdowling will take a week each and hopefully take care of Dave’s lovely listeners while he has a much deserved break!!
“Really hope you tune in… it’s gonna be a lot of fun.”
The Dancing With The Stars host’s friends and fans were all sent into a frenzy with the exciting news.
One follower said: “Ahhh Jen, delighted to hear your voice back – even if it is temporary, ya rockstar.”
Pam commented: “STOP IT!! This better not be fake news, I’m so excited!! Welcome back to the airwaves we missed you… p.s you’d make a great co – anchor with Dave.. just saying @todayfm DO IT.”
Sarah wrote: “Fantastic news Jen. Great to have you back on radio. Will be tuning in!!”
Niall added: “Miss you on the radio Jen.”
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Jennifer recently confirmed she has “no interest” taking over for Joe Duffy who is hosting his last Liveline show this afternoon.
When the mum-of-two was asked what she thinks about being a contender for the slot, she told The Irish Sun: “I don’t know if Liveline can go on without him, that’s the thing.
“There’s a new head of audio and they might just… RTE are great for shaking things up and doing something different, aren’t they? They’re mad for that. But we’ll see.
“I haven’t got any calls. I’ve been getting many calls, but not from that department as of yet. But who knows.
“Would I consider it? I think you’d be mad not to consider it. You’d be so scared to take on that role.
“And you’d need to be appointed by Joe. You’d need full approval. Otherwise you’d have no chance in hell.”
The 45-year-old has also said she’s “devastated” that Joe is retiring and has praised him on his “kindness”.
