The saddening news of the passing of legendary rugby commentator and broadcaster Eddie Butler was announced earlier today.
'The voice of welsh rugby' was 65-years-old, and will be forever linked with famous Welsh wins at the Millenium Stadium.
Many fans would flick over to the BBC just to hear the rousing voice of Butler, who brought a presence that was often more akin to one found in a theatre.
Naturally, some of the biggest names in rugby were quick to share their respects for the great man, and their memories of his kindness and contribution to the sport.
Tributes Flood In For Eddie Butler
The IRFU:
"Everyone in @IrishRugby is saddened by the news of the death of Eddie Butler. Former @WelshRugbyUnion captain, legendary broadcaster and always a welcome presence in @AVIVAStadium Our thoughts & prayers are with his family and friends. May he rest in peace."
Everyone in @IrishRugby is saddened by the news of the death of Eddie Butler.
Former @WelshRugbyUnion captain, legendary broadcaster and always a welcome presence in @AVIVAStadium
Our thoughts & prayers are with his family and friends. May he rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/2enYZ0pbzy— Irish Rugby (@IrishRugby) September 15, 2022
Ex-Wales captain and flanker Sam Warburton:
"Stunned at the news and passing of Eddie Butler. Thoughts with his family. What an amazing contribution to rugby and broadcasting. A privilege to have played and co-commentated with his voice. RIP Eddie 🙏"
Stunned at the news and passing of Eddie Butler. Thoughts with his family. What an amazing contribution to rugby and broadcasting. A privilege to have played and co-commentated with his voice. RIP Eddie 🙏 pic.twitter.com/AEMGSXKdhG
— Sam Warburton (@samwarburton_) September 15, 2022
Irish rugby broadcaster Michael Corcoran:
Saddened to learn of the death of Eddie Butler, a legend on the pitch, an iconic broadcaster such a great friend, we shared many moments on @RTERadio1 on @lionsofficial Tours. May he Rest in Peace.
Saddened to learn of the death of Eddie Butler, a legend on the pitch, an iconic broadcaster 📻📺🏉 such a great friend, we shared many moments on @RTERadio1 on @lionsofficial Tours. May he Rest in Peace. https://t.co/8dFxRdib7r
— Michael Corcoran (@MichaelC_RTE) September 15, 2022
World Rugby:
"We are incredibly saddened to hear of the passing of broadcasting great, Eddie Butler. Capped 16 times by Wales - including six times as captain - Butler would later go on to provide the commentary to some of the greatest moments in the game May he Rest In Peace."
We are incredibly saddened to hear of the passing of broadcasting great, Eddie Butler.
Capped 16 times by Wales - including six times as captain - Butler would later go on to provide the commentary to some of the greatest moments in the game
May he Rest In Peace pic.twitter.com/frveCbz5C2— World Rugby (@WorldRugby) September 15, 2022
Ex-England hooker and BBC commentator Brian Moore:
"My England career began with a Calcutta Cup, and my BBC co-comms career on the Men's 6 Nations will end on Saturday with another. Thank you to all at BBC Sport, especially my mate, Eddie Butler. It's been a privilege to work on some unforgettable sporting occasions."
My England career began with a Calcutta Cup, and my BBC co-comms career on the Men's 6 Nations will end on Saturday with another.
Thank you to all at BBC Sport, especially my mate, Eddie Butler. It's been a privilege to work on some unforgettable sporting occasions.— Brian Moore (@brianmoore666) February 3, 2022
Ex-Wales scrum-half Mike Phillips:
"Shocking news about the great Eddie Butler. I can’t believe it! He was such a lovely guy. Thoughts are with the family."
Shocking news about the great Eddie Butler. I can’t believe it! He was such a lovely guy. Thoughts are with the family.
— Mike Phillips (@mikephillips009) September 15, 2022
The British & Irish Lions:
"All at The British & Irish Lions are deeply saddened to learn of the death of Eddie Butler. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time. RIP Lion #601"
All at The British & Irish Lions are deeply saddened to learn of the death of Eddie Butler. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time. RIP Lion #601
— British & Irish Lions (@lionsofficial) September 15, 2022
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