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Des Lynam
- Favourite Briton.

Born in Ennis, Clare
Born on 17th of September 1942
Died in 000

Born 1942 - Television and radio presenter.

Began his career in broadcasting working freelance on radio. Moved to television in 1977 and has presented a number of shows including Grandstand, Sportsnight and Match of the Day and has also fronted coverage of Wimbledon, The Grand National, the Football World Cup and the Olympic Games. Supporter and former director of Brighton and Hove Albion F.C.

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1 Response to Des Lynam

From Kevin Reid on 17th September 2012
Re Des Lynam's inclusion on this list. Born in Ennis, Co. Clare makes him a famous Irishman, right?

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