Simon Delaney has announced he is set to leave Ireland AM after seven years.
The telly host made the announcement this morning alongside co-host Elaine Crowley and guest presenter Killian O'Sullivan.
Both Elaine and Killian were shocked by the news as they had been celebrating Simon's birthday when they heard.
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Simon said: "I'm going to be filming for a movie in a couple of weeks, then have a couple of weeks off and then I'm doing another bit of filming which means I'm going to be stepping away from Ireland AM.
"I'm here for [this] weekend, so you can't get rid of me that easily."
And while he couldn't say much about the films he is working on, Simon said: "They are two great jobs but you will be the first people to know [about them]."
Simon's co-stars then got slightly emotional as the news of his departure sunk in.
Killian said: "I'm going to miss you though."
Simon replied: "Sure look it, you'll be grand."
Elaine added: "You're the best co-host I ever had."
Returning Elaine's compliment he said: "You're the best co-host I ever had. I'm here Saturday and Sunday too."
Elaine also shared a photo of herself looking glum alongside Simon.
She wrote: "He's swapping the small screen for the silver screen.
"Best of luck Simon, I'll miss ya buddy! Also happy birthday."
Simon is another in a line of presenters who have recently left the popular morning show.
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