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Statement by President Michael D. Higgins - Terry Wogan

Date: Sun 31st Jan, 2016 | 11:56

"I have heard with sadness of the death of Terry Wogan, one of the great figures of broadcasting. 

His was a distinguished contribution to television and in particular to the medium of radio. 

People in Ireland will remember his early career in Irish broadcasting. On his move to Britain his voice became one of the most often quoted, favourite radio voices. 

Always proud of his origins in Limerick, he made many returns to his native country for television and radio projects. 

His rise to the top of radio listenership in the United Kingdom was a great tribute to his breadth of knowledge and in particular his unique, very personal sense of humour."