Charlie Bird has thanked well-wishers as he celebrated his 73rd birthday over the weekend.
The former RTE news correspondent is bravely battling Motor Neurone Disease, and he celebrated his milestone birthday on Friday. Taking to Twitter, Charlie thanked the “amazing” pupils and staff at a primary school in Westport for sending him a special birthday card.
The lovely handmade card was decorated with children's handprints and featured the message: “Dear Charlie, Sending ‘the hand of friendship’ on your special day. Happy birthday! Love from all of us in Scoil Padraig.”