Family and friends of Charlie Bird gather for memorial service celebrating his life

A man holds a photograph of Charlie Bird at a service at Mansion House in Dublin to celebrate the life of the broadcaster. Picture: Brian Lawless/PA

Former journalist and campaigner Charlie Bird has been remembered as a “wonderful father, gorgeous husband, friend and brilliant reporter” at a celebration of his life in Dublin.

Family, friends and colleagues packed into the Round Room of the Mansion House where tributes were paid to him by his wife, and two daughters, as well as his grandchildren and former colleagues and friends.