Michelle Townsend
Journalist with RSVP Magazine covering all things fashion, beauty, showbiz and TV.
Aine O'Gorman is one of Ireland's most celebrated footballers - she paved the way for change in 2017 and is part of the squad that made history by qualifying for this year's World Cup
I begged my brother's coach to let me play - now I have over 100 Ireland caps As the Ireland Women's National Team gears up for their first ever World Cup this summer, Aine O'Gorman talks to RSVP about her incredible career and future plans
A very emotinal listen on RTE Radio 1 this morning
Christy Dignam's fans' hearts are broken after 'amazing and honest' interview The Aslan singer chatted to Ryan Tubridy for the first time since confirming that he is now receiving palliative care and listeners were moved by his honesty and bravery
Ahead of the hotly anticipated return of next week - where are the six Irish stars who entered the villa now? ❤️ 🏝
The Irish stars of Love Island: Where they are now since appearing on the show Love Island is officially back on our screens this month, so we're taking a trip down memory lane and looking back at all of the Irish Islanders and what they are up to now
Everything you need to know after this evening's announcement
Full roadmap for reopening of society and economy in Ireland this summer There will be a major easing of restrictions from May 10th, as Ireland finally emerges from lockdown and people can look forward to enjoying some normality this summer
We are all dying to get back in to Penneys!
Penneys announce exciting shopping update for customers when stores reopen Avid shoppers are eagerly awaiting the date that non-essential retail can open it's doors again - and Penneys have shared some good news for their loyal customers
Hughie sends a message of solidarity after being verbally and physically abused on the streets earlier this week
Hughie Maughan promises that life 'gets easier' following vile homophobic attack The reality star has sent out a message of solidarity to the LGBTQ+ community after he was targeted by a group of teens who verbally and physically abused him while out walking in Dublin
March issue of RSVP is out now and it's perfect spring-time reading 😊
I chat to new mums on their experience of welcoming a baby into their lives during a global pandemic (my nephew even made the cut 🥰)
This month's Best Things in Life is with Martin King, plus all of the usual fashion, beauty, health and more. On shelves now!
Tomorrow is and I spoke to three separate women on their experience of living with the chronic disease.
Here, Susie Birney tells me why the stigma surrounding obesity needs to change
"It's a disease" - Dublin woman's reality of living with obesity Dublin woman Susie Birney wants people to know that obesity is a chronic disease and not a body shape, and works on the Irish Coalition of People Living with Obesity
Nicola O'Sullivan tells me, "Epilepsy itself hasn’t really stopped me from many things. I went to college, I can drive - which is amazing - I’ve travelled and I can work full-time."
Kerry woman wants to prove a life with epilepsy is not a life with limits "Epilepsy itself hasn’t really stopped me from many things. I went to college, I can drive - which is amazing - I’ve travelled and I can work full-time."
With breakouts and skin problems on the rise for everyone since we went into lockdown, I spoke to skincare expert Laura Dowling for a series of articles (which you can find on the beauty section of rsvplive.ie) on how to keep our skin looking good and feeling better
How to avoid dull skin and get your glow back for good during lockdown The winter weather and impact of lockdown is wreaking havoc on our skin - here are some expert tips to get your glow back and improve your overall health too
Things may seem a bit dull at the moment but our February issue is full of positivity and feel-good reading, from Rosanna Davison's miracle twin boys to Cliona Hagan's engagement news. Inside I chat with style icon Celia Holman Lee and there is all of the usual news in beauty, fashion, food and more. On shelves now 😊
The Six O'Clock Show host had five heart stents fitted last year - but thankfully this doesn't make him high-risk for Covid
Martin King is keeping an eye on his heart following worrying health scare The TV host is more conscious of his health these days, especially with Covid-19 around and is eager to get the vaccine. However, he was pleased to learn his health scare doesn't put him in the high-risk category
Karen and I also caught up about Ireland AM's new presenting shake-up and why she's not putting herself under pressure when it comes to homeschooling during lockdown
Karen Koster had to get two-year-old daughter tested when she displayed symptom "You have to do your duty. I had to make this precaution and make sure she was alright."
Our January issue is now on sale and it's perfect for some feel-good reading. 😊
Inside I chat with Operation Transformation's Karl Henry about all things health and fitness, broadcaster Síle Seoige talks to me about family and coping with loss, and this month's Best Things In Life is with Fair City star and DWTS favourite Ryan Andrews.
On shelves now!