Traitors star Paudie to compete on DWTS

ONE of the breakout stars of The Traitors Ireland, Paudie Moloney has been confirmed as the second celebrity contestant to join the upcoming season of Dancing With The Stars.

- BY NICOLA DONNELLY

Returning to RTE One and RTE Player in January, the popular show has already seen former Eurovision winner Niamh Kavanagh revealed as the first celebrity to be announced.

Paudie captured the hearts of viewers earlier this year with his straight-talking charm and quintessential Irish dad honesty on The Traitors Ireland.

Since then, the retired prison officer has enjoyed a surge in popularity, appearing on The Late Late Show with his son Andrew, who also featured on the hit series.

Paudie has also landed the role of the Wizard in Christmas panto Olly Goes To Oz.

Speaking about joining the new season, Paudie said he is both excited and apprehensive:

He added: "I'm very excited about taking part in Dancing with the Stars and also a little apprehensive at the same time.