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Michael James O'Hehir | |
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| Born | Michael James Hehir 2 June 1920 |
| Died | 24 November 1996 (aged 76) Dublin, Ireland |
| Nationality | Irish |
| Other names | Mícheál Ó hEithir |
| Education | St. Patrick's National School, O'Connell CBS |
| Alma mater | University College Dublin |
| Occupation(s) | Sports commentator, journalist |
| Years active | 1938-1985 |
| Employer | Raidió Teilifís Éireann |
| Spouse | Molly Owens (1948–1996) |
| Children | Tony O'Hehir, Mary O'Hehir, Mike O'Hehir, Peter O'Hehir, Ann O'Hehir |
Michael James Hehir (also known as Michael O'Hehir and Irish: Mícheál Ó hEithir; 2 June 1920 – 24 November 1996) was an Irish hurling, football and horse racing commentator and journalist. Between 1938 and 1985 his enthusiasm and memorable turn of phrase endeared him to many. He is still regarded as the original 'voice of Gaelic games'.[1]
- ^ Dunne, Jim (28 November 1996). "Funeral of man "who held nation spellbound" takes place in Dublin". The Irish Times.