'His work and legacy will never be forgotten': Tributes paid to Charlie Bird

The former RTÉ journalist was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in 2021. Share your condolences below
'His work and legacy will never be forgotten': Tributes paid to Charlie Bird

Charlie Bird while training for his Croagh Patrick Climb. The retired RTÉ broadcaster died aged 74.

Tributes have been paid to former RTÉ broadcaster and campaigner Charlie Bird who has died following a long battle with motor neurone disease.

The veteran journalist was 74 when he passed away. He was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in 2021.

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