Legendary RTE newsreader Eileen Dunne retired live on air during her final broadcast on TV.
The Nine O'Clock News presenter signed off from her final broadcast tonight, saying it has been ‘an honour and a privilege’. Eileen had spent 42 years working for the national broadcaster.
She said: "This is my final bulletin after 42 years working for this wonderful organisation and I've only ever been as good as the people behind me.
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"So, a few thank yous to my family and early mentors who got me here and sustained me. To my wonderful newsroom colleagues both in front of and behind the cameras. Not to mention wardrobe and makeup.
"And finally to you, the viewers, thank you for your support especially during those turbulent Covid years. It has been an honour and a privilege. See you on the other side."
The news programme ended with a highlight reel of Eileen's best moments which included some robust questioning of politicians.
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