Michael O'Hehir
Michael James Hehir (also known as Michael O'Hehir and Irish: Mícheál Ó hEithir; 2 June 1920–24 November 1996) was an Irish hurling, football and horse racing commentator and journalist. Between 1938 and 1985 his enthusiasm and a memorable turn of phrase endeared him to many. He is still regarded as the original 'voice of Gaelic games'.
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Alias (AKA) | Mícheál Ó hEithir |
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Birth date | June 02, 1920 |
Birth name | Michael James Hehir |
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Date of death | November 24, 1996 |
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