Deirdre O'Kane

About

Stand-up comedian, actress and host who has appeared on shows like Moone Boy and acted in such films as Intermission (2003) and The Lodgers (2017). She has hosted several high-profile industry events, including the 2017 IFTA Film & Drama Awards. 

Before Fame

She began her stand-up comedy career in 1996, making it to the finals of the BBC New Comedy Awards the same year. 

Trivia

She joined the cast of the second season of Ireland's Dancing with the Stars in 2018. 

Family Life

She married director Stephen Bradley, with whom she has Holly and Daniel. 

Associated With

She hosted the stand-up and sketch comedy show The Lounge, which featured guests like comedian Rich Hall.