There has been a lot of speculation over the last number of weeks as to who will be replacing John Murray on RTÉ Radio 1.
The national broadcaster has now confirmed that Ryan Tubridy will take over the show, moving from 2FM back to Radio 1 in September, with the show kicking off on Monday the 7th.
Ray D’Arcy and Brendan O’Connor were two other names in the mix for the role.
“It’s with mixed emotions that I say goodbye to 2FM and hello again to Radio 1,” Tubridy said in a statement.
“I would like to thank the listensers who texted, called and emailed every day and were so generous with the stories and experiences that made up the fabric of our show.”
“Now the story continues as I return to the Radio 1 world that I have always enjoyed and admirted.
“It’s an increasingly competitive market, with 9am being the toughest slot of them all, but I’m up for the challenge and look forward to making quality radio for RTÉ Radio 1.”
