Val Joyce, one of Ireland's most well known broadcasters, will present his last 'Late Date' radio programme on RTÉ Radio 1 from 11.25pm tonight.
Joyce, who began his broadcasting career presenting sponsored programmes including the Irish Hospitals Sweepstakes programme, has been presenting 'Late Date' for over fifteen years.
In a statement today, Ana Leddy, Head of RTÉ Radio 1, said: "Val has made an enormous contribution to Irish broadcasting over the past few decades, with groundbreaking music programmes and a unique approach."
"Val will continue to contribute to RTÉ Radio 1 and his loyal listeners can look forward to hearing his familiar voice on the airwaves again soon," she added.
The last 'Late Date' will be broadcast tonight, Friday 1 September, at 11.25pm on RTÉ Radio 1.
