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Irish Eurovision star dies after battle with Motor Neurone disease

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'It is with deep sadness we wish to announce the passing of our dad and hero'

The news was shared with fans and confirmed by his family via the Watch Your Back MND social media page.

"His work has helped the world get closer to be free of MND. And for that we are bursting with pride. An amazing dad and amazing person and an amazing musician.Roy was part of the band Jump The Gun who represented Ireland at Eurovision in 1988. Their song Take Me Home finished in eighth place after scoring 79 points. A certain Celine Dion won the contest that year representing Switzerland with a song called Ne partez pas sans moi.

Motor Neurone Disease is a rare condition that progressively damages parts of the nervous system, leading to severe muscle weakness and wasting.

 

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