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Michael and Davy to star in RTE documentary
DOCUMENTARY: Michael O'Brien from Killarney will appear in RTE documentary 'When Michael Met Davy’ next week. Photo: Michelle Crean
By Michelle Crean
A Killarney youngster who endeared hundreds of thousands on the Late Late Toy Show and met his hero Wexford Hurling Manager Davy Fitzgerald – will appear in an RTE documentary next week.
Michael O’Brien (11), son of Noreen and Michael, will feature in RTE One’s 'When Michael Met Davy’ on Monday, August 5, at 6.30pm.
And not only that - Michael exclusively told the Killarney Advertiser yesterday (Thursday) - that Davy rang him yesterday morning – and invited him to watch this Sunday’s Wexford V Tipperary All-Ireland Hurling Semi-Final – which will be Michael’s first ever trip to Croke Park.
The film crew spent some time with Michael and his family, filmed him giving an inspirational talk to the Wexford team at the Innovate Wexford Park in February, and his time with Davy.
And the St Oliver’s NSpupilsaid he’s very excited that it’s being aired.
“They filmed us for weeks. The lead up to me meeting Davy and it’ll show my inspiring speech to the team,” Michael told the Killarney Advertiser.
And he added that he’s very excited about Sunday’s game.
“Davy rang and invited me and I’m going to take up the offer. I’m excited and it’ll be my first ever trip to Croke Park. I want to wish the Wexford team the best of luck. They’re one step closer and I have faith they can do it.”
His mom Noreen added that she’s very grateful everyone in the community who supports Michael and their family.
“I want to say thanks for all the support and everyone who helped get him to where he is today.”


