Eileen Dunne

Eileen Dunne is a respected Irish broadcaster who retired in 2022 after more than 40 years as a newscaster with RTÉ. Following her departure from the public service broadcaster, she took on the role of chairwoman for the Kennedy Summer School, which promotes discussions on global affairs and Irish politics. This year, she has made headlines for her unique promotional appearance in a flapper dress, linking the event to the centenary celebration of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s 'The Great Gatsby' and emphasizing the festival's focus on literature and cultural dialogue.