The hugely popular 'Gay Byrne Show' came to an end in December 1998. While presenting one of his last shows, Gay Byrne was surprised in studio by Mike Murphy who hosted a tribute from family, friends and colleagues in Studio One in the Radio Centre.

Contributions came from musicians, celebrities and politicians, including Taoiseach Bertie Ahern and the President, who all praised a unique broadcaster who had pioneered the concept of talk radio in Ireland.

RTÉ News reports on a surprise tribute to Gay Byrne as his long running radio series came to an end.

The final programme of 'The Gay Byrne Show' was broadcast from outside Bewley's Café on Grafton Street in Dublin's city centre on Christmas Eve, 1998.

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