The Taoiseach has hinted a former Dancing with the Stars winner is about to make a move into politics. 

The RTÉ show, which has its final this weekend, has produced winners including Aidan O'Mahony, Nina Carberry and Jake Carter.

“There’s three left [in the competition], isn’t it?” Mr Varadkar asked journalists. 

“I think it’s wide open, so we’ll see. I’m looking forward to it. 

“Even though I will never be entering Dancing with the Stars, don’t underestimate the ability of people who have been winners to enter politics.” 

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The Taoiseach went on to say that Justice Minister Helen McEntee would be a great contestant. 

Any former contestant with an interest in politics will have plenty of opportunities to stand for election this year. 

As well as local and European elections in June, a General Election is expected to take place in the autumn or early 2025.

Main image: Taoiseach Leo Varadkar. Image: Leah Farrell / RollingNews