Ray ‘Wingnut’ Cuddihy is a presenter on RTÉ radio and television.
Ray also performs as an actor and resident RTÉ puppeteer. Since joining RTÉ in 2014, he has developed flagship and central puppet characters on shows such as Bright Sparks and Martin’s Shed. In 2020, he co-created, produced and presented RTÉ’s Home School Hub.
Ray established his skills and trade in theatrical performance with National Theatre of Ireland company Fibín. He has trained and worked as a professional actor, live puppeteer, stage manager, tour manager and producer.
Aside from exciting and humourous theatre and television, Ray is a multi-award-winning radio producer and presenter on RTÉ Radio 1’s Mise FRESHIN as well as Late Date and The John Creedon Show. Previously, Ray co-founded non-profit arts and radio projects such as Wingnut Records (promoting independent music sector throughout Ireland) and Curious Broadcast (online arts radio station and production company).