Clare Garrihy was fighting back tears as she told daughter Doireann that she is ‘absolutely mad’ about Doireann’s soon-to-be husband, Mark Mehigan. Doireann is set to walk down the aisle in the coming weeks after announcing her engagement to comedian Mark last November. The podcaster and former RTÉ broadcaster welcomed her beloved mum Clare onto the season finale of her podcast, Doireann and Friends , on Tuesday with Doireann seizing the opportunity to get Clare’s real feelings on Mark.

Immediately getting emotional, Clare shared how she had read Mark’s book while she was away with Doireann and revealed how the book left her with ‘tears of pride.’ Trying to compose herself, Clare stated: ‘I mean, he’s just an awesome guy. ‘He has put a glint in your eye; he’s put a pep in your step.

I have never seen you so happy — Aw Jesus, this is awful,’ she added, not allowing tears to overcome her. A post shared by Doireann Garrihy (@doireanngarrihy) ‘I shouldn’t have done it to you Mom but –‘ Doireann said giggling before being interrupted by Clare who repeated: ‘You shouldn’t have done it to me! You know Doireann, we’re absolutely mad about him.’ Clare continued: ‘He is just — his gift of comic is hilarious.

He is just hilarious. ‘Remember the time I offered him the nasal spray when he had sinusitis? Anyone else would be there like: “Oh my nose is all blocked up.” I said: “Mark, I have this nasal spray that I get in the pharmacy i.