Irish Eurovision star Roy Taylor has died after a battle with Motor Neurone Disease.
The Crumlin native was diagnosed with the progressive neurological condition five years ago. Roy represented Ireland in the Eurovision Song Contest in 1988 with Jump the Gun, singing Take him Home.
His family confirmed his death with on the Watch Your Back MND Facebook page this evening, which was created to campaign and fundraise for research into the disease.
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They wrote: "It is with deep sadness we wish to announce the passing of our dad and hero Roy Taylor. Through his infectious positivity over the last number of years he achieved so much in the fight against MND.
"His work has helped the world get closer to be free of MND. And for that we are bursting with pride. An amazing dad and amazing person and an amazing musician. To everyone who supported us, you all know who you are. We love you all and he loved you all."
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