A media guru who has helped Ayrshire youngsters get into film, radio and sports journalism is set to be recognised as an unsung hero in his community in front of thousands of television viewers on Sunday.
Irvine's Eddy Gemmell, co-founder of Ayrshire Film Company (AFC), has been hailed as one of Scotland’s People 2021 and will be thanked in a special show on Sunday night by the volunteers whose careers he has helped cultivate.
Top actors Martin Compston and Mark Bonnar and sports broadcaster Gary Lineker also feature in the film thanking Eddy for his efforts in teaching others about media.The BBC Scotland awards show, presented by Jackie Bird, pays tribute to those who have gone above and beyond to help others within their local community
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