A Christmas country cabaret show will be held in Clogher in honour of Downtown Radio's Trevor Campbell.

The show, on Tuesday, December 17, at Corick House Hotel, will now be a tribute to the award-winning DJ, known as Big T, who died aged 78.

The DJ's career spanned 47 years and his loss has been felt right across Fermanagh, a place he loved to visit.

Downtown Radio said in a statement on Facebook: "We’re incredibly saddened to announce that our friend and colleague Trevor Campbell has passed away at the age of 78.

(Image: Malcolm McDowell) "We will miss you greatly. Rest In Peace Big T.

The fifth annual Northern Ireland Country Music Awards, voted by the public, will also be held in his honour at the Seagoe Hotel, Portadown.

Malcolm McDowell, Northern Ireland Country Music Awards/Sunday Life entertainment journalist, said: "A dear friend, esteemed colleague, mentor, NICMA’S host and legendary Downtown Country icon.

(Image: Malcolm McDowell) "Big T was always the inspiration to every aspiring new artist and was held in the utmost respect by everyone who knew him.

"He particularly encouraged, nurtured and gave all younger aspiring singer’s a platform to be heard on his Sunday night show.

"Big T leaves a huge void in our heart’s but an even bigger legacy behind that we must keep alive."