Fenton was unmarried. He was a fan of Chelsea and owned an autographed football signed by the team. In the summer of 2011, Fenton revealed that he had been battling prostate cancer. Just one month after losing his mother to cancer in October 2010, Fenton discovered what turned out to be a malignant melanoma on his leg.

How long is Tony Fenton dead?

Tony Fenton was diagnosed with melanoma in 2010 and later developed prostate cancer. He passed away in 2015 at the age of 53.

Where is Barry Lang now?

Former 2FM presenter Barry Lang is returning to radio with a weekend show on Classic Hits. Barry is best known for presenting drivetime on the 2FM in a radio career that spanned more than 18 years before leaving in 1998 to become a professional airline pilot.

What age is Barry Lang?

Now 60, Barry, had planned to keep flying for another two years before Emirates made him redundant last October. But he said he is delighted to secure a month-long stint with Ireland's Classic Hits.

What happened Tony Fenton?

The sense of collective grief was tangible on March 12, 2015 when the news broke around lunchtime that King of the Jocks, Tony Fenton, had died age 53 from prostate cancer.

Tony Fenton

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When did Ian Dempsey leave the den?

At various times during its run, it was known as Dempsey's Den, Den TV and Den2. In mid-2010, RTÉ Television announced an overhaul of its children's output, with the launch of RTÉjr and TRTÉ. The Den aired for the last time on 19 September 2010.

How do I contact Ian Dempsey?

Contact the studio

1. Text on Whatsapp: 087 4100 102 (Rep of Ireland)
2. Text: 00353 874 100 102 (N. Ireland)
3. Call: 1850 715100 (Rep of Ireland)
4. Email: .
5. Address: Today FM, Marconi House, Digges Lane, Dublin 2.

How do I join the Grand National today FM?

Today FM Competitions are open only to residents of the Republic Of Ireland. For competitions requiring entry by text, the number is 087 4100 102.

What's on Today FM now?

• Overnight. 00:00-05:00.
• Early Breakfast. 05:00-07:00.
• The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show. 07:00-09:00.
• Dermot & Dave. 09:00-12:00.
• Mairead Ronan. 12:00-14:00.
• Fergal D'Arcy. 14:00-16:30.
• The Last Word with Matt Cooper. 16:30-19:00.
• Block Rockin' Beats. 19:00-22:00.

How long did The Den run for?

IT has been home to talking turkeys, sock monsters and loveable aliens but after 24 years entertaining millions of Irish youngsters, RTE is calling time on 'The Den'.

When did Ian Dempsey Join Today FM?

While Ian has been in Today FM longer than he ever was in RTE, the 59-year-old said people still think of it as his “new job”. He started out in radio in 1978, then got a job in RTE in 1980, before switching the dial to Today FM in 1998, where he has called home since.

Who owns 98FM?

The Denis O'Brien owned Communicorp Group owns the Newstalk, Today FM, Spin 1038, Spin Southwest and 98FM radio stations here.

How old is Fergal Darcy?

Broadcaster Fergal D'Arcy has admitted he's still the most eligible bachelor in Today FM after failing to find love online. The 35-year-old Galway man told how his New Year's resolution is to make time for his love life.

Where is Paula Macsweeney from?

WHO IS PAULA MACSWEENEY? Paula is a well known radio presenter from Dublin and is 34 years old.

Who does the voice of Dustin?

Dustin the Turkey, a character performed by John Morrison is a former star of RTÉ television's The Den between 1989 and its cancellation in 2010. He has been described as "the most subversive comedy force on Irish television".

Was Rodge and Podge on The Den?

In 1997, Podge and Rodge were transitioned from the Den to their own, adult-oriented comedy show, A Scare at Bedtime. ... In the earliest seasons of the show, the brothers' shared bedroom was the only part of the manor shown, but in later years, their kitchen was also used.