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A Tribute to Joseph Tomelty
Cherrie McIlwaine is joined by Joseph Tomelty's daughters Roma and Frances, to mark the 100th anniversary of the birth of the well-loved novelist, actor and playwright.
Browse a rich collection of archive clips below, featuring the well-loved novelist, actor and playwright Joseph Tomelty. As well as hearing from Tomelty himself, there are extracts from his plays and the popular BBC series The McCooeys.
In a special radio programme to mark the 100th anniversary of Joseph Tomelty's birth his daughters, Roma and Frances, joined Cherrie McIlwaine to celebrate their father's life.
Last on
Sun 6 Mar 201115:00
BBC Radio Ulster & BBC Radio Foyle
Clips
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Favourite Son
Duration: 02:42
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Film Star
Duration: 01:20
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Writing That Reflected Realities
Duration: 01:16
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Writing Process
Duration: 01:01
Broadcast
- Sun 6 Mar 201115:00BBC Radio Ulster & BBC Radio Foyle



