Kabin Studio's Garry McCarthy named Cork Person of the Year

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Garry McCarthy with his award after being named Cork Person of the Year 2026 at a ceremony in the Metropole Hotel on Friday. Picture: Darragh Kane

A man who has mentored and recorded the work of young rappers and songwriters has been announced as the Cork Person of the Year.

Garry McCarthy was given a standing ovation when he received the accolade at the 33rd annual awards ceremony in the Metropole Hotel on Friday.