Ryan Tubridy reportedly set to wed Dr Clare Kambamettu this weekend
Ryan Tubridy with Dr Clare Kambamettu.Ryan Tubridy has discreetly returned to Ireland this weekend ahead of his upcoming wedding to fiancée Dr Clare Kambamettu.The couple were seen in Clifden, Co Galway, where Tubridy's cousins Brian and Ronan Hughes operate the renowned Abbeyglen Castle Hotel, the Irish Independent reports. The former RTE broadcaster is taking time off from his Virgin Radio position in London next week, with DJ Emma B stepping in to present his programmes.On Saturday, he shared a brief video clip of himself strolling along Dun Laoghaire pier with the message: "The sun is on its way." A Virgin Radio UK insider told the Irish Independent that Tubridy has been openly discussing the news with workmates: "Ryan has been telling people he's getting married this weekend."Tubridy revealed his engagement earlier this year following O'Dálaigh Jewellers in Clifden's disclosure that he had bought a ring for a "very special lady". He proposed along the Atlantic coastline, with the pair celebrating the milestone at nearby hotels, reports the Irish Mirror.During his radio show at the time, he stated: "I've been keeping a little bit of news to myself... I'm very happy to confirm I did get engaged to my partner Clare in the west of Ireland."He characterised the experience as uplifting, noting it made the world feel "lighter". He also recalled how hotel guests and staff became caught up in the excitement, and that everything from the ambience to the weather conditions made it "the right time".(Image: Antony Jones/Getty Images for The Irish Post)The couple's first public appearance post-engagement was at Joe Duffy's retirement do in June, where Tubridy playfully directed photographers towards Clare's engagement ring. She proudly showed it off as well-wishers extended their congratulations.Dr Kambamettu, a clinical psychologist hailing from Athy, Co Kildare, trained in London and shot to national fame in 2010 after clinching both the London Rose title and later the Rose of Tralee. Tubridy also has his own connections to the festival, having hosted it in 2003 and 2004.His romantic history includes a five-year relationship with former Rose of Tralee winner Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin, and he was previously married to broadcaster Anne Marie Power, with whom he has two daughters, Ella and Julia.The couple were last seen together publicly at the Irish Post Awards in London. Since departing RTÉ over two years ago amidst controversy over his salary, Tubridy has primarily been based in London.Join our Dublin Live breaking news service on WhatsApp. Click this link to receive your daily dose of Dublin Live content.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don’t like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.For all the latest news from Dublin and surrounding areas visit our homepage.
