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TV legend dies after devastating Motor Neurone Disease diagnosis

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Beloved TV star Charlie Bird has sadly passed away at age 74.The heartbreaking news comes after the RTE legend shared his diagnosis of Motor Neurone Disease with the public in 2021.

Seamus Dooley, Irish secretary of the National Union of Journalists, shared the tragic news with an emotional statement. He wrote: "Although we have been expecting this news, it is still a moment of enormous sadness. "Supported by his wife Claire, Charlie lived his battle with motor neurone disease in the public gaze, with characteristic determination and searing honesty.

His life should not be defined by his illness but by the remarkable qualities he displayed in the face of adversity. He leaves a remarkable legacy. "In retirement from RTE he enjoyed the freedom to pursue new projects.

His commitment to the marriage equality referendum campaign reflected his genuine interest in social justice." He finished: "I extend sympathy to Claire and to all who will miss Charlie, including so many NUJ colleagues and friends.

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