Paudie Moloney

Paudie Moloney is an Irish television personality who came to prominence after appearing as a contestant on the first series of The Traitors Ireland in 2025.

Personal life

Moloney is a retired prison officer.
He has ten grandchildren. The eldest of them is of Limerick hurler Shane O'Brien.

Television career

Moloney came to national attention for his appearance on the first series of The Traitors Ireland. He was cast as a Traitor, and was banished in the ninth episode of the series. His son Andrew also appeared on the show and was banished in the seventh episode.
Moloney appeared on Gogglebox Ireland as a special guest, alongside his son Andrew and daughter Aoife, in October 2025.
Moloney was cast as the Wizard of Oz in Olly Goes to Oz, the 2025 Christmas panto in the Olympia Theatre.
Moloney appeared on the ninth series of Dancing with the Stars in 2026, being the oldest ever contestant on the show. He was partnered with Laura Nolan.