Rose of Tralee - Rose Escort

21/08/2026

17/08/2026

12/08/2026

✨ 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐞 𝐄𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 🌹
Hi, my name is Kaylem Holian. I am 24 years old and from Roscommon Town. I graduated from LIT with a Bachelors of Science in Strength and Conditioning and currently work as a Personal trainer and Pilates instructor in Roscommon.

I enjoy getting involved in my local community, particularly by visiting local clubs and supporting youth development initiatives. Helping others achieve their goals, whether through fitness or community involvement, is something I find very rewarding.

Outside of work, I have a keen interest in sport, enjoy meeting friends for coffee, and love spending time at social events. I value staying active, connecting with people, and making the most of every opportunity to get involved in my community.

12/08/2026

Hi I'm Kevin Quane 25 years old and from Cork, where I work on the family farm and with the family business, Quane Dairy Services. If something breaks in a milking parlour, there’s a good chance I'll have it running again before I've had a chance to finish his cup of tea.

When I'm not working, I enjoys playing tennis, travelling and making the most of any excuse to get away for a weekend. I've has a habit of taking on new challenges, which somehow led to swapping steel-toe boots for a tuxedo this week.

I'm looking forward to getting to know all of the Roses and escorts, making plenty of memories, and hopefully proving that a farmer can survive five days without talking about the weather.

12/08/2026

✨ 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐞 𝐄𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 🌹
Hailing from the Rebel County, Craig Kelly is a 21 year old Biomedical Engineering student entering his final year at MTU. Sponsored by KPH Engineering, he is delighted to have the opportunity to take part in this years Rose of Tralee Festival.

Craig is currently completing an industry placement with Merck Life Science in Carrigtwohill and works part time in Johnson & Johnson. Outside of work, he volunteers with Street angels, helping to support people experiencing homelesssness, and has recently qualified as a First Aid Responder.

When he is not at work, you’ll usually find him out rowing, on the tennis court, or mostly in a different country. He’s looking forward to all the excitement, the people, the memories, and of course finding out just how little sleep a person can survive on during the festival week.

12/08/2026

✨ 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐞 𝐄𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 🌹
Hi, I’m Jack Skehan, a 28-year-old dairy and beef farmer from West Waterford.

I moved home in early 2025 after spending several years living and working in America and Australia, with the goal of taking over my family’s farm and continuing its next chapter.

I’m a huge sports fan and have a particular love for hurling, football, and AFL.

Earlier this year, I took the exciting step of launching my own premium beef business, West Waterford Wagyu, bringing locally reared Wagyu beef from our family farm straight to customers. If you’re at the festival, be sure to keep an eye out for West Waterford Wagyu!

12/08/2026

✨ 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐞 𝐄𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 🌹
I'm Shane Harrison, a 24-year-old proud Clare man. After graduating from the University of Limerick, I began my career as a Site Engineer in Galway, where I enjoy working in the construction industry. I've always had a keen interest in construction and property, and I'm excited to continue learning and developing skills in my career.

Home has always been a huge part of who I am. Growing up in Clare has given me a great appreciation for community, and I've been fortunate to spend most of my life playing hurling with Clooney-Quin GAA Club. Whether I'm on the pitch, helping out on the farm, or catching up with family and friends, I'm happiest when I'm surrounded by good people.

Away from work, I love music, travelling, and experiencing new places and cultures. One of my biggest goals is to visit as many countries as I can. I enjoy making the most of every opportunity, having a laugh, and never saying no to a new adventure.
I'm really looking forward to the Rose of Tralee Festival as I think It's a fantastic opportunity to meet people from all over the world and make lifelong memories. Most of all, I'm excited to embrace the experience and have plenty of craic along the way!

12/08/2026

✨ 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐞 𝐄𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 🌹
Hi, I'm James McDonnell, born and raised in Tallaght, Dublin along with my twin and 2 older brothers. I work as a Quantity Surveyor with MTM Engineering, and one of the best parts of the job is getting the opportunity to travel across Europe while working on different projects.

Outside of work, you'll usually find me playing Senior Hurling with Thomas Davis GAA Club, out on a hike, or sweating it out in a sauna with my friends. I also enjoy catching up with family and friends and making the most of any chance to explore something new.

I'm really excited to be part of this year's Rose of Tralee Festival as a Rose Es**rt I’m very thankful for all the support from my Sponsors Tús Nua & Fear Uisce. I'm looking forward to meeting all of the Roses and my fellow Es**rts, experiencing everything Tralee has to offer, and making memories that will last a lifetime.