Reeling in the Years review: 2016 was the year of shock votes in Britain and America

Brexit, Donald Trump and the Rio Olympics dominated the headlines in 2016. Here are the moments that had us talking from this week’s episode
Reeling in the Years review: 2016 was the year of shock votes in Britain and America

Donald Trump and Boris Johnson appeared on Sunday night's Reeling in the Years, which looked back at 2016.

Sun, 23 May, 2021 - 21:00
Denise O’Donoghue

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Enda Kenny speaking to Fine Gael supporters and canvassers during the general election campaign in 2016. Picture: RollingNews.ie
Enda Kenny speaking to Fine Gael supporters and canvassers during the general election campaign in 2016. Picture: RollingNews.ie

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