Having made his return to The Late Late Show last week after recovering from COVID-19, Ryan Tubridy is set to welcome another star-studded line-up on tonight's show – featuring Paul O'Connell, Colm Meaney, Samantha Power, Ricky Gervais, Tony Holohan and Danny O'Reilly.

Irish rugby legend Paul O'Connell will be discussing how he's been homeschooling his children during lockdown. As an ambassador for Barnardos, he'll also be explaining why the charity needs your help more than ever.

Actor Colm Meaney will be sharing his experiences of living away from home during the coronavirus pandemic, and discussing his role in the new series Gangs of London.

The Chief Medical Officer Tony Holohan will also be talking to Ryan live in the studio – giving us an update on the crisis, and discussing his own recent personal experience of the health service.

Comedian Ricky Gervais, meanwhile, will offer his own take on the current restrictions and how the US has responded to the crisis.

Samantha Power, former adviser to Barack Obama, will also be discussing her experience of the pandemic in the US.

The musical guest on the night is singer-songwriter Danny O'Reilly of The Coronas – with a special solo performance in the studio. Danny will be discussing the band's plans for after the pandemic, and his longstanding personal support for Barretstown Children's Charity.

Watch The Late Late Show at 9.35pm tonight on RTÉ One.