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Statement from the Irish Film & Television Academy on the passing of Bill O’Herlihy

The Irish Film & Television Academy conveys its condolences to the family of Bill O’Herlihy on the sad news of his passing.

Bill O’Herlihy was a giant in Irish Sport’s broadcasting in RTÉ. He won the IFTA - TV Personality of the Year in 2007, through popular public vote for his work as sports anchor and brought his PR knowledge to the fore in his more recent position as Chairman of the Irish Film Board. He will be greatly missed.