The Late Late Show paid tribute to Charlie after he passed away this week following a long battle with Motor Neuron Disease
Patrick Kielty took a moment to salute the life of the great late Charlie Bird halfway through the St Patrick’s Day special after the legendary journalist passed away this week.
Turning to the camera, host Kielty said: "Charlie Bird, a man who told us the news and whose journey the past few years became the news and inspired us all." Afterwards, Patrick added: "Tonight, everyone on the Late Late Show would like to send our condolences to Claire and his daughters Orla and Neasa, and to all of Charlie's family."
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