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Bye Bye Birdie star Bobby Rydell dies aged 79
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Bye Bye Birdie star Bobby Rydell dies aged 79

Apr 6th 2022, 8:00 AM 17,416 Views 1 Comment

Rydell was among a wave of US teen idols who emerged after Elvis Presley and before the rise of The Beatles.

EastEnders stalwart June Brown, best known as Dot Cotton, dies aged 95
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EastEnders stalwart June Brown, best known as Dot Cotton, dies aged 95

Apr 4th 2022, 1:36 PM 28,424 Views 12 Comments

The veteran actress left the soap in 2020.

Sligo footballer Red Óg Murphy dies aged 21
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Sligo footballer Red Óg Murphy dies aged 21

Apr 1st 2022, 9:41 PM 145,142 Views 16 Comments

Murphy was studying in DCU and was a star on their Sigerson Cup team.

Funeral of journalist killed in Ukraine hears he 'brought hope to the darkest places of the world'
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Funeral of journalist killed in Ukraine hears he 'brought hope to the darkest places of the world'

Updated Mar 29th 2022, 12:40 PM 23,098 Views 4 Comments

Family and friends of the cameraman addressed his funeral in Dublin today.

Tributes paid to Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins after sudden death at age 50
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Tributes paid to Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins after sudden death at age 50

Updated Mar 26th 2022, 3:18 PM 91,695 Views 50 Comments

Tributes have been pouring in from music industry heavyweights, describing the news as “heart breaking”.

Former US secretary of state Madeleine Albright dies aged 84
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Former US secretary of state Madeleine Albright dies aged 84

Mar 23rd 2022, 7:00 PM 21,414 Views 18 Comments

In a statement, Albright’s family said she died “surrounded by family and friends”.

Suspect charged over murder of rugby star Aramburu in Paris
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Suspect charged over murder of rugby star Aramburu in Paris

Updated Mar 22nd 2022, 8:50 PM 9,476 Views 2 Comments

The former Argentina international won 22 caps for his country.

Suspect detained over Paris killing of Argentina rugby star Aramburu
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Suspect detained over Paris killing of Argentina rugby star Aramburu

Mar 21st 2022, 12:42 PM 7,042 Views 1 Comment

The former Argentina international was shot and killed in the early hours of Sunday morning.

Scottish Parliament rugby player dies during game against Ireland's Oireachtas team
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# Rugby

Scottish Parliament rugby player dies during game against Ireland's Oireachtas team

Updated Mar 20th 2022, 1:47 PM 128,749 Views 11 Comments

David Hill died while playing for the Scottish Parliament rugby club in Dublin against Ireland’s Dáil and Seanad team.

Former Argentina international Federico Aramburu shot and killed in Paris
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Former Argentina international Federico Aramburu shot and killed in Paris

Mar 19th 2022, 4:14 PM 17,239 Views 2 Comments

The 42-year-old won 22 caps for his country.

'Ireland has lost an outstanding diplomat': Tributes paid to ambassador Jim Kelly after sudden death
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'Ireland has lost an outstanding diplomat': Tributes paid to ambassador Jim Kelly after sudden death

Mar 19th 2022, 8:08 AM 54,055 Views 6 Comments

Jim Kelly had served as Ireland’s Ambassador and Deputy Permanent Representative to the United Nations since 2020.

To The Manor Born star Peter Bowles dies aged 85
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To The Manor Born star Peter Bowles dies aged 85

Mar 17th 2022, 1:20 PM 29,436 Views 12 Comments

He was best known for his role in the BBC sitcom starring alongside Penelope Keith.

Oscar-winning actor William Hurt dies age 71
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Oscar-winning actor William Hurt dies age 71

Mar 14th 2022, 7:15 AM 39,703 Views 9 Comments

Hurt won two academy awards in his career.

Frank O'Farrell, Manchester United's only Irish manager, passes away aged 94
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Frank O'Farrell, Manchester United's only Irish manager, passes away aged 94

Mar 7th 2022, 2:13 PM 20,724 Views 10 Comments

The Cork native’s playing career as a wing-half in England began with West Ham United, amassing 213 appearances, scoring nine times.

Thai police post-mortem shows Shane Warne died of natural causes
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Thai police post-mortem shows Shane Warne died of natural causes

Mar 7th 2022, 1:32 PM 27,218 Views 0 Comments

Preliminary evaluations from Thai authorities suggested the cricketer died from a heart attack.

Brian Cody on Paul Shefflin: 'It’s just an absolute tragedy'
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Brian Cody on Paul Shefflin: 'It’s just an absolute tragedy'

Mar 6th 2022, 4:42 PM 57,183 Views 5 Comments

The brother of Kilkenny legend Henry Shefflin passed away suddenly on Friday.

Ballyhale Shamrocks 'shocked and saddened' by sudden death of Paul Shefflin
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Ballyhale Shamrocks 'shocked and saddened' by sudden death of Paul Shefflin

Mar 5th 2022, 1:21 PM 29,753 Views 4 Comments

Mr Shefflin, who is the younger brother of Kilkenny great Henry, started in Ballyhale’s 2007 and 2010 All-Ireland final wins.

Game Of Thrones actor John Stahl dies at the age of 68
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Game Of Thrones actor John Stahl dies at the age of 68

Mar 4th 2022, 10:08 PM 40,174 Views 2 Comments

The Scottish actor featured in numerous TV shows and theatrical productions during his career.

Man (70s) dies following three-vehicle road crash in Kerry
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Man (70s) dies following three-vehicle road crash in Kerry

Mar 3rd 2022, 8:48 AM 10,124 Views 0 Comments

The incident happened yesterday evening at around 5.30pm.

Tributes paid to ‘much-loved’ children’s author and illustrator Shirley Hughes
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Tributes paid to ‘much-loved’ children’s author and illustrator Shirley Hughes

Mar 2nd 2022, 12:31 PM 17,445 Views 4 Comments

The 94-year-old’s Alfie series has been a long-running hit with children and parents alike.

Former All Black and Samoa player Va'aiga Tuigamala dies aged 52
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Former All Black and Samoa player Va'aiga Tuigamala dies aged 52

Feb 24th 2022, 7:33 PM 10,709 Views 10 Comments

Affectionately known as ‘Inga the winger,’ Tuigamala played in both the rugby union and rugby league.

Garda probe launched after man found dead in Trinity College library
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Garda probe launched after man found dead in Trinity College library

Feb 23rd 2022, 10:10 PM 144,153 Views 0 Comments

He was discovered this evening.

Iggy Pop leads tributes to 'huge talent' Mark Lanegan
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Iggy Pop leads tributes to 'huge talent' Mark Lanegan

Feb 23rd 2022, 7:50 AM 24,822 Views 5 Comments

Lanegan was a member of Screaming Trees, Queens of the Stone Age and The Gutter Twins.

Tributes paid to music entrepreneur Jamal Edwards who has died aged 31
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Tributes paid to music entrepreneur Jamal Edwards who has died aged 31

Feb 21st 2022, 2:10 PM 36,795 Views 2 Comments

Tributes to Edwards flooded social media with many expressing their condolences to his mother.

Northern Ireland politicians to gather to pay tribute to Christopher Stalford
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Northern Ireland politicians to gather to pay tribute to Christopher Stalford

Feb 21st 2022, 1:32 PM 11,729 Views 0 Comments

DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson said the party was still in shock following the sudden death of the father of four.

Council worker dies in Wexford while responding to Storm Eunice
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Council worker dies in Wexford while responding to Storm Eunice

Feb 18th 2022, 1:59 PM 75,700 Views 23 Comments

It is understood the incident happened in the Ballythomas area of north Wexford earlier this morning.

US satirist PJ O'Rourke has died aged 74
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US satirist PJ O'Rourke has died aged 74

Feb 16th 2022, 7:31 AM 16,622 Views 6 Comments

O’Rourke was known for skewering both Democrats and Republicans.

Ghostbusters director Ivan Reitman dies aged 75
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Ghostbusters director Ivan Reitman dies aged 75

Feb 14th 2022, 7:25 AM 18,050 Views 7 Comments

Among other notable films he directed are Twins, Kindergarten Cop, Dave, Junior and 1998’s Six Days, Seven Nights.

Former Major League Baseball standout Jeremy Giambi dies aged 47
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Former Major League Baseball standout Jeremy Giambi dies aged 47

Feb 10th 2022, 6:49 PM 8,301 Views 4 Comments

Giambi spent six seasons in MLB and had his best success alongside older brother Jason in Oakland.

Betty Davis, hard funk pioneer, dies aged 77
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Betty Davis, hard funk pioneer, dies aged 77

Feb 10th 2022, 7:51 AM 29,761 Views 4 Comments

Her records sold modestly at the time, but their impact has been cited often in the decades following.

First University Challenge host Bamber Gascoigne dies aged 87
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First University Challenge host Bamber Gascoigne dies aged 87

Feb 8th 2022, 1:05 PM 16,367 Views 11 Comments

The TV presenter died at his home in Richmond after a short illness.

Munster and Ireland rugby legend Tom Kiernan dies aged 83
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Munster and Ireland rugby legend Tom Kiernan dies aged 83

Feb 3rd 2022, 3:50 PM 24,125 Views 12 Comments

Kiernan won 54 caps for Ireland and coached Munster to a legendary win against the All Blacks in 1978.

President leads tributes to Traveller rights activist Ronnie Fay
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President leads tributes to Traveller rights activist Ronnie Fay

Jan 31st 2022, 4:18 PM 20,376 Views 0 Comments

Fay, who had been an activist for Traveller people for some 40 years, died today.

Fulham pay tribute to fan who died after collapsing during Blackpool game
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Fulham pay tribute to fan who died after collapsing during Blackpool game

Jan 30th 2022, 9:50 AM 5,320 Views 7 Comments

Paul Parish suffered a cardiac arrest while watching yesterday’s Championship fixture at Craven Cottage.

Former France out-half Guy Laporte dies at 69
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Former France out-half Guy Laporte dies at 69

Jan 29th 2022, 4:51 PM 7,781 Views 4 Comments

Laporte was manager of the French national team from 1993 to 1995.

Tributes paid to British comedian Barry Cryer after his death aged 86
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Tributes paid to British comedian Barry Cryer after his death aged 86

Jan 27th 2022, 12:20 PM 15,796 Views 13 Comments

The comedy star has been remembered by comedians and celebrities.

Former Celtic manager Wim Jansen dies aged 75
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Former Celtic manager Wim Jansen dies aged 75

Jan 25th 2022, 1:13 PM 6,712 Views 6 Comments

The former Feyenoord and Holland player had been living with dementia.

Tributes paid to French fashion designer Thierry Mugler, who has died aged 73
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Tributes paid to French fashion designer Thierry Mugler, who has died aged 73

Updated Jan 24th 2022, 3:25 PM 42,967 Views 5 Comments

His dramatic designs were worn by celebrities like Madonna, Lady Gaga and Cardi B.

Tributes paid to author and journalist Colm Keane, who has died aged 70
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Tributes paid to author and journalist Colm Keane, who has died aged 70

Updated Jan 22nd 2022, 3:12 PM 75,013 Views 13 Comments

He was the author of 29 books and produced several documentaries.

US comedian Louie Anderson has died aged 68
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US comedian Louie Anderson has died aged 68

Jan 21st 2022, 10:53 PM 41,614 Views 4 Comments

He appeared in films including Coming To America and Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.

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