Former RTE journalist Charlie Bird has revealed that the Climb With Charlie fundraiser is set to smash the original goal of €1 million and is expected to reach €3 million by June.
In a video message today using voice technology, the veteran broadcaster thanked all those who had supported the cause, raising money for the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association and Pieta House.
However, the 72-year-old, who was diagnosed with motor neurone disease last year, said he cannot hide from the fact that his illness is "progressively getting worse".
