Search icon

News

17th Apr 2018

Country music star Big Tom McBride has died

Alan Loughnane

Sad news…

Iconic country music star Big Tom McBride has sadly passed away at the age of 81.

His family confirmed the news on the singer’s Facebook page.

“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear father Big Tom McBride(RIP) this morning,” a statement on the singer’s official Facebook page said.

“Dad passed away peacefully in the company of his family.

“He will be sadly missed by all who new him.

“May he rest in peace.”

LISTEN: You Must Be Jokin’ with Aideen McQueen – Faith healers, Coolock craic and Gigging as Gaeilge