Press release
Minister Martin expresses condolences on the passing of Shay Healy
From Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media
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From Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media
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The Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media, Catherine Martin TD, has expressed her condolences to the family and friends of Eurovision winning songwriter and former RTÉ broadcaster Shay Healy.
Minister Martin said:
"Shay Healy was a gifted songwriter and a national treasure. His beautiful songwriting inspired a generation of Irish artists to take their place on the world stage."
She added:
"His time as a broadcaster brought Shay into our homes where the Irish public fell in love with the man and with his irreverent and vital spirit. His battle with Parkinson’s disease in his later years was so difficult but also a source of great inspiration for many dealing with the same struggles. I wish to offer my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Shay at this very difficult time."