The PPI Radio Awards are inducting four new members into the Hall of Fame for 2016 today – including Today FM’s Ian Dempsey, RTÉ 2fm’s Dave Fanning, South East Radio’s Eamonn Buttle and Downtown Radio’s Trevor Campbell.
Their enormous contribution to radio will be marked with a plaque unveiling ceremony today at 12noon at the BAI offices, where they will celebrate with family, friends and colleagues from the world of radio.
Radio legends previously inducted into the Hall of Fame include Mario Rosenstock, Gay Byrne, Des Cahill, and the late Gerry Ryan.
The PPI Radio Awards will take place on Friday 7th October 2016 where 36 category winners in the fields of Music, Sport, News and Current Affairs will be revealed.
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Induction into the PPI Radio Awards Hall of Fame is a major accolade in the radio industry and celebrates those from not just in front of the mic but also those behind the scenes who place radio at the heart of everyday Ireland.
83% of adults listen to radio each day, and the Hall of Fame recognises those that have helped to make radio such an integral part of Irish life, with inductees selected by the PPI Radio Awards committee.
Speaking about Ian Dempsey’s induction, Today FM CEO Keith McCormack said, “Ian represents the very best of what Today FM is as a station. Ian every day wakes up the nation with the same energy and sense of fun that listeners have come to love him for.
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“He is the ultimate broadcasting professional, and has set the bar in Ireland for those to follow for many years. Ian is held in the highest regard by his Today FM colleagues and it is no surprise to us he has been inducted into The Hall of Fame.”
Meanwhile, Head of RTÉ 2fm, Dan Healy, said of Dave Fanning’s induction, “Dave Fanning is a pioneer – the great voice of music and popular culture in Ireland. Dave leads and the rest of us follow. I am thrilled for Dave and his family for this well deserved honour.”
