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Popular RTE Radio Presenter Sean Rocks Dies Suddenly Aged 63

DUBLIN, IRELAND, JUL 31 – Seán Rocks, aged 63, was a passionate advocate for the arts and hosted award-winning documentaries on RTÉ Radio 1 and RTÉ Lyric FM throughout his career.

  • In Dublin on Wednesday, Seán Rocks, RTÉ Radio 1’s Arena presenter, died aged 63 following a brief illness.
  • Seán Rocks had been presenting on RTÉ Lyric FM as recently as last Friday, making his death unexpectedly sudden.
  • His career achievements include winning a Silver Medal at the New York Festival of Radio for Soul of Ireland and acclaimed Arena interviews with Salman Rushdie, Edna O'Brien, and others.
  • Survivors include his partner Catherine and sons Christian and Morgan, with RTÉ’s Patricia Monahan praising his infectious passion and audience command.
  • Many noted that Ireland has lost one of its most passionate advocates for the arts and a versatile voice.
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RTÉ broke the news in Ireland on Thursday, July 31, 2025.
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