The legendary GAA commentator - who is it?
Giovanna Hahn
2025-05-13 12:31:29
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Mr Ó Muircheartaigh passed away peacefully at the Mater Hospital in Dublin, aged 93. The sad news of the passing of legendary sports broadcaster Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh was received with profound regret by staff in the Bawnacre who have many good memories of his visits and association with the Centre. Born in Dún Síon, just outside Daingean Uí Chúis (Dingle) in Kerry in 1930, the iconic sports commentator was loved throughout the county and synonymous with his coverage of Gaelic Games.
Ayana Mohr
2025-05-13 10:55:09
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Jimmy Magee, aka the 'Memory Man', was laid to rest amid emotional scenes in Dublin. But the memories that the legendary sports commentator gave to everyone who knew him and the sporting public at large will live on forever. The former RTE broadcaster passed away after a short illness at St Vincent's University Hospital on Tuesday night.
Jerry Jaskolski
2025-05-13 09:49:53
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Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh’s “unique voice” will never be replaced in the GAA according to former Derry coach and fellow radio broadcaster Adrian McGuckin.
Ó Muircheartaigh died in hospital in Dublin at the age of 93 on Tuesday, sparking a flood of tributes to the Kerryman who was the voice of football and hurling on the radio for generations of supporters.
He commentated on games for RTÉ from 1949 until his retirement in 2010, saying every player “wanted to hear him say our names”.
Just a tremendous man and he shoes will never be filled again.
He was absolutely unique.
He began his broadcasting career in 1949, while still a teaching student.
Following Michael O’Hehir’s retirement in 1985 he became RTÉ Radio’s primary commentator, with his final match Cork’s win over Down in the 2010 All-Ireland football final.
There will never be another Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh.
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