Well-known Cork broadcaster and writer conferred with honorary doctorate at UCC
Broadcaster and writer John Creedon, who has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Arts by UCC pictured with his daughters Nanci, Katie and Meg. Picture: Michael Mac Sweeney/Provision
It’s not everyone who is conferred with an honorary doctorate from UCC on their birthday, but broadcaster and writer John Creedon said he felt like all of his birthdays had come at once.
Thanking the university “for this wonderful honour,” Mr Creedon said it was “genuinely far more than I ever expected or deserved.”
Professor John O’Halloran, president of UCC, said Mr Creedon’s career was a testament to his love for Ireland, his people-centered approach, and his mastery of storytelling across mediums.
“Whether on air, on television, or through his writing, John Creedon continues to inspire and connect with audiences, making him a national treasure in Irish broadcasting,” he said.
In a warm and at times emotional speech, Mr Creedon promised the rows of “thirsty scholars” graduating on Monday that he wouldn’t keep them too long from Washington St.
“I am also grateful today for my partner Mairéad, my family and every teacher, listener, viewer and reader who uttered a word of encouragement along the way.
“An encouraging word brings out the best in all of us. Míle buíochas.”
Mr Creedon, a veteran of pirate radio, joined RTÉ radio 1 in 1987 through a public competition and currently hosts . In a vibrant and varied career, notable highlights include the landmark television series , , and .
He is also a best-selling author with a number of books including , , which was named ‘Best Irish Published Book of the Year’ and his childhood memoir which was shortlisted for the 2024 An Post Book Awards.
The Cork Person of the Year 2022, he was earlier this year honoured with a special IMRO Award for his contribution to Irish music over five decades.
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