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The Latest Breaking News from Christy Dignam

Charlie Bird issues update on attending 'bucket list' Bruce Springsteen concert

The veteran broadcaster previously revealed that he hoped to attend one of Bruce Springsteen's upcoming Dublin concert but these plans were threatened after he sustained a nasty fall over the weekend

Dublin Live · May 4, 2023

Christy Dignam's daughter Kiera to perform intimate gig to raise funds for his palliative care

Kiera Dignam will perform for up to 600 guests in Wicklow this weekend, with Kodaline frontman Steve Garrigan also set to take the stage

Dublin Live · May 3, 2023

How to listen back to Christy Dignam's 'heartbreaking' interview with Ryan Tubridy in full

Ryan visited Christy in his home last week to speak about Aslan, life, love and death

Irish Mirror · Apr 18, 2023

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Listeners in tears over Christy Dignam's 'heartbreaking' interview with Ryan Tubridy

Christy Dignam, 62, was first diagnosed with a rare form of blood cancer in 2013 and is now receiving palliative care

Irish Mirror · Apr 17, 2023

Christy Dignam tells of love for Celtic and recalls taking private jet to derby match

The Aslan singer was in awe of Dermot Desmond

Irish Mirror · Apr 17, 2023

Christy Dignam has 'no regrets' about Aslan despite 'bad management'

The band famously broke up in 1988 as they were discussing recording their second album

Dublin Live · Apr 17, 2023

Christy Dignam opens up on happiest moment of his life in touching 'final' interview

The Crazy World singer reflected on his life as he receives palliative care in his Dublin home

Dublin Live · Apr 17, 2023

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Brave Christy Dignam makes plea for '10 more years' as he opens up about palliative care fears

The Aslan frontman was diagnosed with two rare blood cancers – amyloidosis and multiple myeloma – over 10 years ago. He is now being cared for at his home in Finglas by his wife Kathryn, daughter Kiera and family.

Irish Mirror · Apr 16, 2023

Aslan's Christy Dignam opens up about palliative care saying he's 'on the conveyor belt up to heaven'

He is now being cared for at his home in Finglas by his wife Kathryn, daughter Kiera and family and has given an emotional interview with Ryan Tubridy

Dublin Live · Apr 16, 2023

Christy Dignam and family suffer another blow after death of nephew Christopher

Christy’s daughter Kiera announced her cousin’s death on her social media last night.

Dublin Live · Jan 26, 2023

Fresh blow for Christy Dignam as Aslan star's nephew Christopher has died

Christy’s daughter Kiera announced her cousin’s death on her social media last night.

Irish Mirror · Jan 26, 2023

Dublin artist wows online audiences with Christy Dignam portrait

Caricaturist Niall O'Loughlin says that the artwork has gone on to become his most viewed creation online, amassing around a million views across social media platforms

Dublin Live · Jan 25, 2023

'End of an era' as White Moose Cafe for sale after Charleville Lodge sold

Owner Paul Stenson said he is "willing to sell the White Moose brand to anyone mad enough to carry it on"

Dublin Live · Jan 24, 2023

Dancing With The Stars pro forced to quit RTE series due to personal matter

Maurizio Benenato has been a fan favourite since he joined the Dancing with the Stars cast last season but has had to leave the series with immediate effect

Dublin Live · Jan 23, 2023

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Dublin Live · Jan 23, 2023

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds to play Royal Hospital Kilmainham gig this August

Tickets go on sale this Friday at 9am and are priced at €49.90 including booking fees

Irish Mirror · Jan 23, 2023

Almost €20,000 raised for Christy Dignam and his family as fans set up a Go Fund Me

The Aslan singer still remains in palliative care at his home in Finglas

Dublin Live · Jan 23, 2023

Christy Dignam superfans fundraise almost €20,000 for Aslan star as he receives palliative care

The fundraiser aims to raise enough money to be able to help the Dignam family pay for expenses related to his palliative care

Irish Mirror · Jan 22, 2023

'This just really hasn’t sunk in' - Christy Dignam's Aslan bandmates praying for a miracle

Christy's family revealed during the week that the iconic frontman is receiving palliative care at home

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Dublin Live · Jan 22, 2023

RTE viewers delighted to see the 'real' Mario Rosenstock as he talks about finding himself in interview with Tommy Tiernan

Mario Rosenstock has spoken openly about his and his wife Blathnaid's struggle to conceive and says it is important for Irish people to speak up and talk about struggles

Dublin Live · Jan 22, 2023

Aslan bandmates 'praying for a miracle' as lead singer Christy Dignam receives palliative care

Lead singer Christy was diagnosed with the rare blood cancer amyloidosis in 2013 and his family confirmed that he is receiving palliative care

Dublin Live · Jan 21, 2023

RTE Tommy Tiernan viewers gush over 'inspirational' Parkinson's disease advocate Annmarie O'Connor

She revealed her battle with Parkinson's disease and how she was diagnosed with the neurological condition in December 2021

Dublin Live · Jan 21, 2023

Locals at Barry Keoghan's favourite Dublin pub 'couldn't be prouder' of his success in Banshees of Inisherin

The Dublin star has received acclaim for his role in the black comedy drama and is in the running for a BAFTA for best supporting actor

Dublin Live · Jan 21, 2023

RTE's Late Late Show airs touching message to Christy Dignam amid health battle

Tributes have been pouring in for the Aslan frontman nationwide after his family confirmed that he was receiving palliative care earlier this week

Dublin Live · Jan 21, 2023

FreeNow cancels sponsorship with Tommy Tiernan after 'racist' joke

The taxi hailing company said it was 'disappointed' by a joke that featured in the comedian's recent Vicar Street gig, which prompted RTE presenter Emer O'Neill to walk out of the audience

Dublin Live · Jan 21, 2023

RTE Late Late Show viewers hail 'fantastic' Nell Mescal on debut as proud parents watch in audience

Nell, who is the younger sister of Normal People star Paul Mescal, made a stunning Late Late debut of her newest single Homesick last night

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