Kathryn Thomas: Rose of Tralee criticism boring and lazy
Rose of Tralee co-host Kathryn Thomas has hit back at critics who dismiss the festival as outdated, branding such comments as "boring" and "lazy".
Kathryn Thomas, co-host of the Rose of Tralee festival, has defended the event against critics who deem it outdated, describing such remarks as "boring and lazy". Speaking at the festival's launch, Thomas, who will present RTÉ One's show for a fourth year with veteran Dáithí Ó Sé, believes the women participating are best positioned to assess whether the event remains relevant.
She asserts that watching the show makes it clear that the Roses are making a significant impact, whether through networking opportunities, free travel, or the camaraderie of their group. Thomas, who has been co-hosting since 2023, admits she doesn't understand the intricacies of the competition and wouldn't want to be the judge, stating, "I don't know what makes a winner and should never be put in that position because I love them all."
Her role, she emphasizes, is to facilitate the women's storytelling and ensure they have the time of their lives during Rose week in Tralee.
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