Billy does it his way in over-60s talent show

BILLY HORGAN’S life isn’t a mirror image of legendary Frank Sinatra.

The 65-year-old, from Togher in Cork city, spent most of his life working as a senior porter at Cork University Hospital (CUH) before retiring last year. While Mr Sinatra was known for his vocal abilities, Billy had to make do with local events, a choir and the occasional session. However, last night the pensioner became a star.

As part of the Over-60s Cork Talent Contest, which has been running for 34 years, Billy Horgan has finally received the spotlight he deserves. Singing Old Blue Eyes’ classic, My Way, the 65-year-old Corkman took to the stage in Cork’s City Hall last night after winning the 14-person final. He said the achievement, which began with a gentle nudge from his wife, Breda, and ended successfully after 200 people entered the first round earlier this year, had left him “overwhelmed”.