Get to know Cool FM's Rebecca McKinney
You can listen to Rebecca on Cool Breakfast, weekdays from 6am 📻
Last updated 7th Jul 2022
Rebecca is the third part of the Cool Breakfast show trio adding a touch of class to the boy’s banter in the mornings.
Brains and beauty, Rebecca has a law degree and masters in Public Relations. Her passion is fashion, when she’s not behind the mic in the studio she’s on the runway or in front of the camera hosting a variety of stylish events.
Rebecca says there have been various high points throughout her time on Cool, from her ‘30 before 30’ campaign to the Coast to Coast charity challenge.
Get to know a bit more about our Bexy 👇
Where is Rebecca from?
East Belfast
What school/university did Rebecca go to?
Rebecca went to Strathearn School, then Queens Univeristy Belfast to study Law. She also has a Masters in Communication, Advertising & PR from Ulster University.
Two Truths & A Lie
Can you guess (answers revealed at the end)
- I was a ballet dancer until age 21
- I grew up in an all-boys boarding school that looks like Hogwarts
- I once styled a fashion show for CHANEL
What is Rebecca’s death row meal?
Rebecca knows exactly what she wants…
“Capers margarita pizza, chips & garlic dip with a can of coke / Mauds choccy bear ice cream for dessert
How did Rebecca get into radio?
“I was working as the personal stylist at Victoria Square & a huge part of my job was producing and hosting events. I asked Pete for some advice about the media world, backstage at VSQ’s 5th birthday events which we were co-hosting together, never expecting anything from it.
“A few months later, I got the breakfast show opportunity. It was right place, right time and I’m grateful every day. Never be afraid to take the opportunity to ask questions if you have a dream!”
Who is Rebecca’s favourite musician and why?
“Beyonce. She is a Queen.”
What is Rebecca’s go-to karaoke song?
“Wilson Phillips ‘Hold On’ or anything by the Spice Girls”
What’s Rebecca’s favourite gig she’s been to?
“All time fav gig – Taylor Swift at Croke Park - Pete, Paulo & I took our friends and we had the best day in Dublin. Taylor was epic – we danced for the whole show 💃
Rebecca's lie is that she has never styled for CHANEL - but that's the dream, one day!
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