Tributes Pour In For The Late Christy Dignam

Tributes have been paid to the late Irish singer Christy Dignam.

The Aslan lead singer passed away following a long battle with illness, having been diagnosed with a rare blood condition known as Amyloidosis back in 2013. 

Having been placed under palliative care back in January, Christy Dignam spent the last few months at his home in Finglas being cared for by his family, who confirmed news regarding his death yesterday.

Christy Dignam was survived by his wife Kathryn, daughter Keira and their grandchildren.

Following his death, Dignam's band Aslan paid this moving tribute to the singer on Instagram.

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Elsewhere, Tánaiste Micheál Martin paid homage to Dignam, calling him a "true legend of Irish Music".

"A true legend of Irish music, Christy has left a rich legacy. His great talent brought much joy to the Irish people", Mr Martin wrote. "His brave and dignified battle with cancer inspired many. My sympathies to his family and Aslan bandmates". 

The world of music also paid tribute to Christy Dignam, including U2's Bono, The Script, Brian Kennedy, Jim Sheridan and more. 

We’re devastated to hear the news about our friend and hero, Christy Dignam 😔 We were blessed to share the stage with @OfficialAslan Christy in Dublin. We’ve lost a Legend, one of a kind, our thoughts and prayers are with his family RIP Christy 🙏 Danny & Glen.…

— the script (@thescript) June 13, 2023

Getting to play along with this, even if was off screen, was a treat. Two legends singing a great song on a very special night..
RIP Christy https://t.co/2L8EwufX1t

— Jim Sheridan (@Jim_Sheridan) June 13, 2023

Singer Brian Kennedy added, "Ah goodness me how sad….and yet how glad that the cruel cancer journey is finally at an end. What a joy it was to spend any time with you Christy. Sleep the long sleep & rest in the deepest peace. Love to your loved ones. BK x". 

Calling the singer one of the greatest voices he ever heard, Bono hailed Dignam as, "A pure signal in a world of noise. One of the greatest voices I ever heard". 

Singer Finbarr Furey stated that his "heart is broken" to lose a "great friend".