The legendary Irish showband singer Dickie Rock has passed away aged 88.
In a statement, the children of Dickie Rock said they are "saddened to confirm he passed away peacefully" on Friday, December 6th.
His children, Jason, John, Richard, Sarah Jane and Peter said they will miss him very much. They added "Dickie lost his beloved Judy in 2022 and they are now together again, and that is of some comfort to the family."
Funeral arrangements will be announced in the coming days and the family are asking for privacy to grieve at this very sad time.
In 1966, Mr Rock competed in the Eurovision Song Contest in Luxembourg, performing his song Come Back to Stay. Although he came fourth, his song climbed to number one in Ireland
He continued to tour into his 80s until he announced his retirement at the age of 84 in 2021.
