Tributes have been pouring in for the late Gay Byrne since news of his death broke yesterday afternoon.
The veteran broadcaster died at his home yesterday following an illness.
During his career, Gay Byrne interviewed many big names in showbiz throughout the years, from The Beatles and U2 to Colin Farrell and Boyzone
Over the last day, big names in showbiz have been taking to social media to pay tribute to the legendary presenter.
Gay is survived by his wife Kathleen, daughters Suzy and Crona and their families.
I have no words to adequately say how I feel at GAY’s passing. I’m sorry and so sad. Brendan O’Carroll. RIP #gaybo pic.twitter.com/sOF6Z2Ud9U
— Mrs. Brown’s Boys (@MrsBrownsBoys) November 4, 2019
Rip uncle #Gaybo thanks for all you did for us ❤️❤️❤️ pic.twitter.com/IKjWGjCJH1
— Katherine Lynch (@katherinelyncho) November 4, 2019
So sad to hear of the passing of Gay Byrne, a man who has always been so kind to me over my my career.
Thank you for everything my friend, Rest In Peace. Love to Kathleen and all Gays family. ???????? pic.twitter.com/H4jFrjrgkV— Paul McGrath (@Paulmcgrath5) November 4, 2019
Bye to The Greatest #GayByrne .
Irish Talkshow Legend.
The Broadcaster we all wanted to be. #LateLateShow @RTEOne #RIPGaybo pic.twitter.com/kXEZ5ZJcp1— Eamonn Holmes (@EamonnHolmes) November 4, 2019
Very sad to hear of the passing of Gay Byrne, the man is such an important figure in the landscape of modern Irish culture. Not only a lasting icon of Irish television but a lasting presence in people’s hearts and minds also. Rest in Peace, and love to his family.
— Hozier (@Hozier) November 5, 2019
Gay Byrne was more than a broadcaster. He started difficult conversations about our cultural identity that altered public discourse forever. The catchy theme songs for both his Radio and TV shows are fitting earworms for a voice that will resonate for generations. #ThanksGaybo
— chris o’dowd (@BigBoyler) November 4, 2019
The King of them all.
Ireland is broken hearted tonight ???? The face and voice of our childhood, never will his like be seen again.
Good night Uncle Gaybo ???? and Thank you.
Rest In Peace. pic.twitter.com/CT7zFcCaid— Nicky Byrne (@NickyByrne) November 4, 2019
The curtain falls on possibly the greatest Irish entertainer of all. You made us laugh, cry, think, question, and appreciate. Our mums and dads for decades have planned their Friday nights around his time slot and… https://t.co/4KlGV0l6mW
— Ronan Keating (@ronanofficial) November 4, 2019
@stephenfry sent @drivetimerte a lovely tribute to #GayByrne pic.twitter.com/rxTxY5uk1x
— Drivetime RTE (@drivetimerte) November 4, 2019
The wonderful Gay Byrne died today. I will miss this wonderful man who made me feel safe and genuinely cared for during each interview. He was both compassionate and a pro! My heartfelt condolences to his loving family. #GayByrne #Gaybo #gaybyrneRIP pic.twitter.com/r3tjzjAd8O
— Imelda May (@ImeldaOfficial) November 4, 2019
