Keelin Shanley: 'She managed cancer in an incredibly strong way, that was driven by hope'

A documentary looking at the life and passing of the late RTÉ journalist aired on Monday night. Director Judy Kelly talks about approaching her life and legacy, as well as taking on a career-spanning interview

Keelin Shanley, on the set of RTÉ's Morning Edition - a dedicated journalist and investigative reporter

The life, work and legacy of late RTÉ presenter and investigative journalist Keelin Shanley were remembered Monday night in ‘Keelin Shanley: Faraway, Still Close’, a special documentary on RTÉ 1, and available on RTÉ Player.

Centred around an interview conducted by acclaimed programme-maker and personal friend, Judy Kelly, as she faced the realities of stage 4 breast cancer.