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The Irish Post and other commentators have regarded Kelly, known for his distinctive singing style and sometimes political messages, as one of Ireland's greatest folk singers.
The Dubliners legend died on January 30, 1984, at the tender age of 44 after a battle with a brain tumour. He remains one of the country's most celebrated folk artists with tribute acts still touring the country today on the back of his legacy. There is also a statue to him in Dublin.
A clip of his final performance on the Late Late Show in 1983, just months before his passing, has gained traction on social media this evening. In the clip, Luke can be seen performing The Night Visiting Song with the Dubliners on the long-running RTE chat show.
Returning to Dublin in the 1960s, he is noted as a founding member of the band The Dubliners. Becoming known for his distinctive singing style, and sometimes political messages, the Irish Post and other commentators have regarded Kelly as one of Ireland's greatest folk singers.
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