Irish broadcaster Gay Byrne has died at the age of 85 after a long illness, RTE said. Irish broadcaster Gay Byrne has died at the age of 85 after a long illness, RTE said. The RTE broadcaster and former Late Late Show host had been undergoing treatment for cancer. Gay Byrne was someone who exuded warmth and presence, who was possessed of effortless wit, charm and who had a flair for broadcasting Michael D HigginsHe also presented a long-running radio show on RTE Radio 1, first known as The Gay Byrne Hour and then The Gay Byrne Show. “It is with enormous and profound sadness that I heard of the passing of my friend and mentor, Gay Byrne,” he added.

Source: Irish Independent November 04, 2019 15:33 UTC