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Stephen Grimason

1957 – 2024

BBC Northern Ireland political editor

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Lived 1957 – 2024 (aged 67). Stephen Grimason was a British journalist and political editor.

Stephen Grimason (27 March 1957 – 28 April 2024) was a Northern Irish journalist who was editor of BBC Northern Ireland. He was known for breaking the news of the Good Friday Agreement in April 1998.

Career Born in Lurgan, County Armagh, Grimason started his career working in local newspapers including the Lurgan Mail, the Ulster Star in Lisburn and the Banbridge Chronicle. In 1992, he covered the Teebane bombing, being the first reporter on the scene. He covered the Northern Ireland peace process. He later worked as director of communications in the Northern Ireland Executive.

Awards In January 2024, he was awarded a Queen's University Belfast Chancellor's Medal alongside Ken Reid.

Personal life Grimason had four children and seven grandchildren. In 2022, his younger brother Darryl Grimason died. He was also television presenter for BBC Northern Ireland. Grimason had a heart attack following the death of his brother.

Death Grimason died following a long battle with cancer in April 2024, at the age of 67.

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Important facts

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Education
Lurgan College, Belfast Metropolitan College
Employers
BBC Northern Ireland
Also known as
William Stephen Grimason

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Stephen Grimason?

BBC Northern Ireland political editor

When was Stephen Grimason born?

Stephen Grimason was born on 27 March 1957 in Lurgan.

When did Stephen Grimason die?

Stephen Grimason died on 28 April 2024.

What was Stephen Grimason's occupation?

Stephen Grimason was a journalist and political editor.

What nationality was Stephen Grimason?

Stephen Grimason was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Stephen Grimason

· Wikidata: Q125806442

· DBpedia: Stephen Grimason

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