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Irish Daily Mirror
38 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Heartbreak at RTE as popular presenter dies aged 63 after brief illness
Popular RTE presenter Sean Rocks has died at the age of 63 after a brief illness. Sean enjoyed a rich and varied career as an actor, appearing at renowned venues such as the Abbey, Peacock and Gate Theatres, and appearing in TV shows including The Bill, Glenroe, Fair City, Dear Sarah, and Go Now. He became best known as the host of Arena on RTE Radio 1, having first made his mark with several shows on Lyric FM starting in 2000. His work on the evening show Arena earned widespread praise, especially for his insightful interviews with notable authors like Salman Rushdie, Edna O'Brien and Roddy Doyle, as well as actors including Rupert Everett, Martin Sheen and Brendan Gleeson. RTE Director General Kevin Bakhurst expressed "enormous shock and sadness" at Sean's passing, recalling Sean's own words: "Seán said once: 'Radio is never about the presenter. It's about the person who is opposite you.'" He added: "Loyal listeners, especially to Sean's beloved and long-running Arena on RTE Radio 1, will recognise the man in that quote: modest yet learned; subtle yet probing; curious yet polite. The listener at home was always his focus. Not only is radio the poorer for his passing, but so too has Ireland lost one of its most passionate advocates for the arts, and one of its most informed and versatile voices. RTE's Sean Rocks (Image: Andres Poveda PHOTOGRAPHY LTD) "I want to extend my most sincere sympathies to Sean's beloved Catherine, his children Christian and Morgan, his friends, and his colleagues at this terrible time." Sean also contributed as a guest presenter, producer and writer on multiple RTE series. He won a Silver Medal at the New York Festival of Radio for the documentary Soul of Ireland, produced for BBC Radio 4. He was also honoured to MC the State Banquet during Queen Elizabeth II's visit to Ireland. RTE's Sean Rocks (Image: Tony Kinlan) RTE's Director of Audio Patricia Monahan said: "Sean's passion for radio and the arts was infectious and the curiosity with which he approached topics ranging from cinema to theatre and books to classical music was compelling to listen to. He was interested in everyone's point of view and had a great ability to command an audience's attention. He was never more at home than when he was on stage. "He was full of energy and ambition for the future and is a huge untimely loss to radio and RTE. He will be sorely missed by his RTE Radio 1 colleagues and his wider RTE family. Our thoughts are of course with his beloved, Catherine, children Christian and Morgan and his extended family and friends. As you take your final bow Sean, May you rest in peace." For more of the latest breaking news from the Irish Mirror check out our homepage by clicking here.
Extra.ie
38 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
RTÉ radio presenter Seán Rocks dies aged 63
Broadcaster and actor Seán Rocks has died following a brief illness at the age of 63. The presenter was well-known to listeners across Ireland and the world, presenting RTÉ Radio 1's Arena since its inception in 2009. Seán also recently presented a Sunday afternoon programme on RTÉ Lyric FM, where he kick-started his radio career in 2000. Broadcaster and actor Seán Rocks has died following a brief illness at the age of 63. Pic: RTÉ After beginning his career in Lyric FM, Seán made the move to Radio 1 where he was widely regarded for his public interviews including with the likes of Edna O'Brien Roddy Doyle, Martin Sheen and Brendan Gleeson. RTÉ Director-General Kevin Bakhurst paid tribute, saying it was 'with enormous shock and sadness' that he learned of Seán's death. He said: 'The listener at home was always his focus. Not only is radio the poorer for his passing, but so too has Ireland lost one of its most passionate advocates for the arts, and one of its most informed and versatile voices. Seán Rocks also guest-presented, produced and wrote several series for the public service broadcaster, and won a Silver Medal at the New York Festival of Radio for BBC Radio 1 documentary, Soul of Ireland. Pic: RTÉ 'I want to extend my sincere sympathies to Seán's beloved Catherine, his children Christian and Morgan, his friends, and his colleagues at this terrible time.' The late broadcaster also guest-presented, produced and wrote several series for the public service broadcaster, and won a Silver Medal at the New York Festival of Radio for BBC Radio 1 documentary, Soul of Ireland. As well as his broadcasting career, Seán was a stellar actor and performed at the Abbey, Peacock and Gate Theatres across his career. As well as his broadcasting career, Seán Rocks was a stellar actor and performed at the Abbey, Peacock and Gate Theatres across his career. Pic: RTE In TV and film, he appeared in The Bill, Glenroe and Fair City. RTÉ Director of Audio, Patricia Monahan, said his 'passion or radio and the arts was infectious.' She said: 'He was interested in everyone's point of view and had a great ability to command an audience's attention. He was never more at home than when he was on stage. 'He was full of energy and ambition for the future and is a huge timely loss to radio and RTÉ.' Ms Monahan added that Seán would be 'sorely missed by his RTÉ Radio 1 colleagues and his wider RTÉ family.' Seán is survived by his beloved Catherine and sons Christian and Morgan.
Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
EastEnders newcomer has famous family members who have also starred in BBC soap
EastEnders star Max Murray has been revealed as the son of well known soap and TV drama actress Gina Murray who has appeared in the soap alongside his aunt Mazz Murray EastEnders star Max Murray may have just landed a role on the BBC soap alongside legendary actors but it has now been revealed that he comes from a long-line of established actors and singers in his family. The young actor was announced as Joel Marshall back in February this year. Max is the son of Gina Murray, who has starred in a number of well known programmes including The Bill, Doctors and The Hunt for Raoul Moat. She appeared in the BBC soap in 2014 and played a character called Helen. Helen arrived in Albert Square as a hair specialist to help Carol Jackson, who was struggling with losing her hair as she fought off cancer. It was Helen's role to help Carol find a wig. But Max is also linked to Mazz Murray who is a successful TV and theatre actress. Back in 2004, Mazz starred as a waitress called Miranda who had a brawl with Heather Trott and Shirley Carter. When it comes to the stage, Mazz had starred in Sunset Boulevard, Mamma Mia and Chicago to name but a few. In 2017, Mazz returned to Walford but this time was playing a character called Julie. Julie played a divorced woman who hired Keanu Taylor as a male escort for a night of fun and frolics. Joel Marshall is the step-son of Vicky Fowler, who returned to the square for the funeral of her uncle Martin Fowler. Her new boyfriend Ross is played by Alex Walkinshaw. At the time Max's new role was announced, he told the Mirror: "It's an absolute privilege and honour to be joining such a wonderful production full of a lovely cast and crew." He added: "I'm really looking forward to introducing Joel to EastEnders viewers and telling his story." Executive Producer Chris Clenshaw went on to say: "We're delighted to have the very talented Alice, Alex and Max with us. Vicky is back under the most tragic of circumstances, representing her distraught mum Michelle, and she's changed a lot since we last saw her. "We're excited to let viewers get reacquainted with Vicky and to introduce Ross and Joel to the Square. It won't be long before Vicky and this new branch of the Fowler family are making waves in Walford."
Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
EastEnders star's MUM and aunt are secret soap actors who have both appeared in the show
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) EASTENDERS star Max Murray isn't the only soap star in his family. The actor - who plays incel Joel Marshall in the BBC soap - was introduced earlier this year as Vicki Fowler's troubled stepson. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 Max Murray's not the only soap star in his family Credit: BBC 4 Max's mum Gina Murray as Helen in EastEnders 2014 Credit: BBC 4 Max's aunt Mazz also appeared in the soap as a client for male escort Keanu Taylor 4 The sisters have had long careers in the West End too Credit: Getty However in real-life he's the son of a former EastEnders star. His mother is actress Gina Murray. She has starred in a number of productions including Doctors, The Bill and The Hunt for Raoul Moat. However most notably she appeared in the BBC soap in 2014 as a character called Helen. She arrived in Walford as a specialist who was there to help Carol Jackson find a wig after she lost her hair during her battle with cancer. But Max and his mum aren't the only EastEnders stars in the family. More than that - Max's aunt also starred in the soap. Actress and singer Mazz Murray also had a role in the long-running show alongside her thriving West End career. She has starred in huge musicals such as Sunset Boulevard, Mamma Mia and Chicago. But on the small screen she had two stints in Albert Square in two different roles. In 2004 she played a character called Miranda for two episodes. EastEnders fans horrified as incel plot takes very dark twist and Joel's actions are exposed Miranda was a waitress who had a fight with Heather Trott and Shirley Carter. And in 2017 she returned to the soap, but this time played a character called Julie. Julie was a recently divorced woman who booked male escort Keanu Taylor for a night of wild passion.
The Irish Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
EastEnders star's MUM and aunt are secret soap actors who have both appeared in the show
EASTENDERS star Max Murray isn't the only soap star in his family. The actor - who plays incel Joel Marshall in the BBC soap - was introduced earlier this year as Vicki Fowler's troubled stepson. 4 Max Murray's not the only soap star in his family Credit: BBC 4 Max's mum Gina Murray as Helen in EastEnders 2014 Credit: BBC 4 Max's aunt Mazz also appeared in the soap as a client for male escort Keanu Taylor 4 The sisters have had long careers in the West End too Credit: Getty However in real-life he's the son of a former EastEnders star. His mother is actress Gina Murray. She has starred in a number of productions including Doctors, The Bill and The Hunt for However most notably she appeared in the BBC soap in 2014 as a character called Helen. She arrived in Walford as a specialist who was there to help Carol Jackson find a wig after she lost her hair during her battle with cancer. Read more on EastEnders But Max and his mum aren't the only EastEnders stars in the family. More than that - Max's aunt also starred in the soap. Actress and singer Mazz Murray also had a role in the long-running show alongside her thriving West End career. She has starred in huge musicals such as Sunset Boulevard, Mamma Mia and Chicago. Most read in Soaps But on the small screen she had two stints in Albert Square in two different roles. In 2004 she played a character called Miranda for two episodes. EastEnders fans horrified as incel plot takes very dark twist and Joel's actions are exposed Miranda was a waitress who had a fight with Heather Trott and Shirley Carter. And in 2017 she returned to the soap, but this time played a character called Julie. Julie was a recently divorced woman who booked male escort Keanu Taylor for a night of wild passion.
