RIP: Kilkenny based TV and radio sports broadcaster passes away
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Broadcaster and Kilkenny resident Danny Kelly has died at the age of 69.
Broadcaster and talkSPORT presenter Danny Kelly has died at the age of 69.
Mr Kelly, who was diagnosed with throat cancer earlier this year, had been residing with his wife in South Kilkenny for the past eight years.
The London-born radio host was the son of Irish immigrants and was a passionate Tottenham Hotspur (Spurs) fan.
A fan-favourite on air, the broadcaster formed a legendary partnership with Danny Baker on BBC Radio 5 Live in the 1990s and on TV with BT Sport in later years.
"The entire Tottenham family mourns the loss of one of our own, broadcasting legend Danny Kelly,” the Premier League football club posted in tribute on Wednesday afternoon.
"Our thoughts and love are with his family and friends at this incredibly sad time. Rest in peace, Danny."
Meanwhile, talkSPORT also paid tribute to their presenter of nearly two decades.
“We are heartbroken to share that our much-loved friend and colleague Danny Kelly has died, aged 69,” a statement from talkSPORT read.
“A cherished part of talkSPORT for so many years, Danny brought extraordinary wit, warmth and knowledge to our airwaves. His passion for football, music and life was infectious, and his kindness touched everyone around him.
“I love football, Stan. I love it.' We loved you, Danny. We'll miss you dearly,” the statement added.
“Our thoughts are with Danny's family, friends and everyone who loved listening to him.”
FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS: Reposing at his residence (R95 TN60) on Thursday from 4pm to 8pm.
Funeral to arrive at St Patrick's Church Ballymurphy for Requiem Mass at 11am on Friday followed by burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.