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THE AWARDSPeople of the Year Awards
The People of the Year Awards, organised by Rehab, provide a unique opportunity for the Irish public to honour those who have made a real difference to people’s lives, whether as unsung heroes or household names. The 43rd Awards was broadcast live on RTÉ One from the Mansion House on April 15th, 2018
What People Are Saying
“We need to remove the remains of these innocent children – it is no place for them – and give them a respectful burial. ”
Catherine Corless
People of the Year 43rd
“I thought the Syrian refugees should not have to be doing that and no human should have to endure what they are going through.”
Milo McCarthy
Young Person of the Year 2016
“It has been an honour to represent my country for so long. It is a privilege for me and my family to receive this award.”
Robbie Keane
Person of the Year 2016
“We're really honoured to accept this award and follow so many previous recipients who have inspired us to chase our own dreams.”
Gary and Paul O'Donovan
Sports Person of the Year 2016
“I can hardly believe that it's twenty years since the banquet in the Burlington. The awards are among the things we can be proud of in the country and it's a credit to Rehab to have kept them going.”
Seamus Heaney
Poet, Nobel Prize winner and recipient of a People of the Year Award (1989)
Number of days until heroes revealed
Nominations for the People of the Year Awards are not currently open.
