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Seán Rocks

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Seán Rocks (8 June 1961 – 30 July 2025) was an Irish broadcaster and actor.[1]

Life and career

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Rocks was born 8 June 1961 in Monaghan, and began presenting on RTÉ lyric fm in 2000.[2] He became a regular on RTÉ radio and television throughout the 2000s and 2010s.[3][4]

Rocks died on 30 July 2025, at the age of 64.[5][6] President Michael D. Higgins issued a statement following his death.[7]

References

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  1. ^ Etienne, Anne; Dubost, Thierry (20 October 2017). Perspectives on Contemporary Irish Theatre: Populating the Stage. Springer. ISBN 978-3-319-59710-2.
  2. ^ "Co Monaghan broadcaster dies suddenly". NorthernSound. Retrieved 31 July 2025.
  3. ^ Middeke, Martin; Schnierer, Peter Paul (28 May 2010). The Methuen Drama Guide to Contemporary Irish Playwrights. A&C Black. ISBN 978-1-4081-1346-2.
  4. ^ RTÉ (31 July 2025). "Seán Rocks". About RTÉ. Retrieved 31 July 2025.
  5. ^ O'Brien, Mark (31 July 2025). "Beloved RTE presenter dies aged 64 following brief illness". Dublin Live. Retrieved 31 July 2025.
  6. ^ "Seán Rocks obituary: Actor, gifted broadcaster and advocate for the arts". The Irish Times. 16 August 2025. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
  7. ^ Higgins, Michael D. (31 July 2025). "Statement by President Michael D. Higgins on the death of Seán Rocks". President of Ireland. Retrieved 31 July 2025.
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