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Hillsborough families paid tribute to Kenny Dalglish after the former Liverpool FC manager gave evidence at the new inquests into the disaster.

Mr Dalglish told the jury about the 'mayhem' he witnessed on the day during a contentious afternoon's evidence that saw the jury sent out on three occasions following questioning by John Beggs QC - on behalf of match commanders Duckenfield, Marshall and Greenwood - regarding ticketlessness, alcohol and hooliganism.The former Reds boss said with the exception of the Heysel stadium, Liverpool fans were "highly respected and revered" for the support they gave their team.

Charlotte Hennessy, who was six years old when her father James died at Hillsborough, said: "It meant a lot to have Kenny gave evidence because he has been so supportive for 25 years and has never forgotten the families or the survivors.

"Hillsborough was a huge part of his life too, the fans that died and were injured that day were his fans.

"King Kenny was my dad's hero and he would have been made up that he came here to speak out for him today."

Steve Kelly, who lost his brother Michael in the disaster, said: "Today we saw Kenny Dalglish the man coming to give evidence rather than Kenny the footballer or football manager.

"It shows how passionate he's remained over the years to continue helping us with our struggle and it's inspiring to see someone as revered as Kenny turning up for us once again to show that fabulous support."

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