The Oscar-winning actor has been friends with the former Late Late Show and RTE Radio 1 presenter for several years
. They have remained in touch since Ryan, 51, and RTE became engulfed in a payments controversy last summer.
READ MORE: Bus Éireann ordered to pay €4k to Cork passenger who was 'publicly humiliated' at not being allowed on bus with guide dogHe said: “All I would say is that he is a fine man, he has a wonderful intellect and a wonderful heart, he’s so well read, so fascinating and interesting to talk to about particular subjects. When he’s interested in something, he has a way of finding something fresh to say about it. I enjoy his company.
The 60-year-old, who won an Oscar for his lead role in historical drama Gladiator, returns to Dublin with his Indoor Garden Party show.
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