MANCHÁN MAGAN HAS died aged 55. The writer and documentary-maker, who was widely known for his work presenting travel documentaries and in the Irish language, was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2023. The popularity of the book catalysed a pivot in his media profile that saw Manchán become more renowned for his work on the Irish language. He told The Irish Times that it was while filming a documentary on Europe’s rail network that he received a diagnosis of prostate cancer. Manchán added that he didn’t seek pity or prayers and praised the work of those who cared for him.