Dónal Lunny

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Honours

Dónal Lunny's contributions to Irish music have been recognized with a Lifetime Achievement Award from RTÉ Radio 1 Folk Awards in 2025, a fitting tribute to a career that has shaped the genre. He was also the first musician inducted into the Late Late Show Trad Music Hall of Fame, a testament to his pioneering role. These honors, while not numerous, carry significant weight in the traditional music community, marking him as a true legend.

AwardsDónal Lunny received the RTÉ Radio 1 Folk Awards Lifetime Achievement Award in 2025, a recognition of his profound impact on Irish traditional music. He was also the first inductee into the Late Late Show Trad Music Hall of Fame, an honor that underscores his legendary status. While he has not received major international awards like Grammys or Oscars, these honors reflect his significant contributions to the genre.

Honours & Distinctions

RTÉ Radio 1 Folk Awards Lifetime Achievement Award

RTÉ Radio 1·2025

Recognized for his enduring impact on Irish traditional music.

Late Late Show Trad Music Hall of Fame

RTÉ·2019

First inductee into the hall of fame, honoring his legacy.