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Irish Mirror
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Sandra Mallon

Charlie Bird says he fears 'choking to death' as he opens up about his funeral plans

Charlie Bird has said his biggest fear is choking to death – recalling a “terrifying” moment while at dinner in New York.

The former RTE presenter was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease in October 2021.

Bird revealed he now fears he’ll choke to death because of the illness.

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