What age is President of Ireland Michael D Higgins? All you need to know ahead of Late Late Show appearance
Higgins is due to serve as the President of Ireland until 2025
14:55, 16 APR 2021
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President of Ireland Michael D Higgins is 79 years old for a few days more until his birthday.
Updated / Thursday, 8 Apr 2021
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President Michael D Higgins
Making his first Irish TV performance in 26 years, Van Morrison will be among the artists to honour President Michael D Higgins in a special one-hour show of music and the arts on TG4 to mark his 80th birthday later this month.
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Ómós - Michael D @ 80 will be aired on the Irish language channel on the day of the President s milestone birthday on April 18th at 9.30pm and worldwide on TG4.ie.
It s a real smorgasbord of Irish talent featuring Van Morrison, Tolü Makay, Laoise Kelly, Séamus Ó Flatharta, Iarla Ó Lionáird and Steve Cooney.
There will also be performances from four-time All-Ireland champion melodeon player Emma Corbett as she collaborates with dancer Sibéal Davitt, while Sibéal Ní Chasaide, Paddy Keenan, Thomas McCarthy and others will show off their unique talents.
We can also expect contributions from former president of Ireland Mary Robinson, Director General of TG4 Alan Esslemont, Druid Theatre Director Garry Hynes, Playwright and Director Darach Mac Con Iomaire and former Vice-President at NUI, Galway Gearóid Ó Tuathaigh as well as Senator and Barrister Ivana Bacik.
Van Morrison among celebrities to honour President Michael D Higgins on 80th birthday
Micheal D Higgins turns 80 and a whole host of celebs will honour the president of Ireland
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Sir Van Morrison (Image: PA)
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