Smurfit to host IFTA Awards
Irish actress Victoria Smurfit will host the 7th Annual Irish Film & Television Awards. By staff reporter - 08/02/10
The Awards Ceremony will be broadcast LIVE from Dublin’s Burlington Hotel on 20 February 2010 at 9.35pm on RTÉ One.
She follows in the footsteps of Actor James Nesbitt who presented for three years (2003 – 2006) and then Broadcaster Ryan Tubridy who presented for the following three years (2007 – 2009).
CEO of the Irish Film & Television Academy, Áine Moriarty, welcomed Victoria into her new role saying.
“The Academy is delighted to introduce our first female Host for the 2010 Awards Ceremony. Victoria is a hugely talented actress, and is well respected for her work both in Ireland and abroad.
“She’s a great supporter of the home industry and very well loved by her peers for her vibrant, witty personality. Although Victoria is conscious that she’s got big boots to fill as the first female presenter, we have no doubt that everyone’s in for a treat as she brings her own style and fun to the Hosting role."
Commenting today on the announcement the new IFTA host said: "I'm delighted to host this year's Irish Film & Television Awards as it represents a celebration of the very best of Irish screen talent. I'm very flattered and excited to be a part of this terrific event."
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