'Ireland's greatest showman' circus ringmaster Tommy Courtney dies after cancer battle

Tommy Courtney from Circus Vegas, who died on Tuesday following a battle with throat cancer.

A beloved ringmaster known to his circus family as "Ireland's greatest showman" has passed away following a battle with throat cancer.

Tommy Courtney from Circus Vegas is survived by his daughters Darla, Penny, and Elena and brothers Patrick, Kenneth, and Ricky. He also leaves behind his sisters Anita and Marion.