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07th Jan 2020

Legendary RTÉ broadcaster Larry Gogan has died at the age of 81

Olivia Hayes

He worked in broadcasting for almost 60 years.

Veteran broadcater Larry Gogan has passed away. RTÉ announced the death of the star this morning. It was said that he has been ill for a number a years now.

Larry worked in RTÉ for nearly 40 years, with his most popular show being on 2FM. He had a love for music and so remained a DJ on the station since 1979 until 2019.

 

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‪We are deeply saddened to announce the death of our dear friend & colleague Larry Gogan. RIP Larry x‬

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He left RTÉ 2FM last year and went on to broadcast a show on the digital platform, RTÉ Gold. When he left 2FM, the station was renamed Larry Gogan FM for a day to honour the star.

He was predeceased by his wife Florrie, and is survived by his five children.

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