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Ronnie Carroll

  • Northern Irish
  • Singer

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Morecambe and Wise cleared over 'racist' Irish sketch

The BBC's complaints unit today reveals that they have investigated the much-loved duo over a comedy sketch they recorded in 1968. The skit featured Irish singer Ronnie Carroll and contained references to the IRA that at least one viewer found offensive enough to complain about.

Chortle, 15th April 2021

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