Brian Gleeson

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Born: 14 November 1987, Dublin, Ireland. 

Brian Gleeson is the son of actor Brendan Gleeson and Mary Weldon. He grew up in Malahide, Dublin, with his three brothers, including fellow actor Domhnall Gleeson.

From a young age, Brian was immersed in the arts. He attended school plays and joined the Gaiety’s Youth Theatre Company, which set the stage … Read the rest

Sharon Horgan

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Born: 13 July 1970, Hackney, London, England. 

Sharon Horgan is an Irish actress, writer, director, producer, and comedian. She is known for her witty and relatable portrayals of women in her comedies, which have garnered critical acclaim and numerous awards.

Sharon Lorencia Horgan was born in London, to an Irish mother and a New Zealand father. When she … Read the rest

Michael Fassbender

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Born: 2 April 1977, Heidelberg, West Germany. 

Michael Fassbender, although born in Germany, Fassbender was raised in Killarney, County Kerry, Ireland. His parents, Adele and Josef Fassbender, moved to Ireland when he was two years old.

Fassbender attended St. Brendan’s College in Killarney before later enrolling in the Drama Centre London, a prestigious acting school.

Fassbender’s career took … Read the rest

Chris O’Dowd

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Born: 9 October 1979, Boyle, Ireland.

Growing up in a modest household, Chris O’Dowd displayed an early penchant for performing arts. He attended St. Joseph’s College in Boyle, where he actively participated in school plays and nurtured his passion for acting. This early exposure to the stage ignited a flame within him, leading him to pursue a career … Read the rest

Aisling Bea

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Born: 16 March 1984, Kildare, Ireland. 

Aisling Bea attended the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA). After graduating, she began her career in acting, appearing in various stage productions, including the critically acclaimed play “The Town” at the Royal Court Theatre.

However, it was Bea’s foray into the world of comedy that truly catapulted her into … Read the rest

Jamie Dornan

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Born: 1 May 1982, Holywood, County Down, Northern Ireland. 

After completing secondary school, Jamie Dornan briefly pursued a career in modeling before transitioning into acting. In 2006, he made his debut on the big screen with the film “Marie Antoinette”. However, it was his portrayal of Sheriff Graham Humbert (also known as The Huntsman) in the hit TV … Read the rest

Jonas Armstrong

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Born: 1 January 1981, Dublin, Ireland.

Jonas Armstrong is a talented British actor who has made his mark in the entertainment industry. Raised in Lytham St Annes, Lancashire, England, Jonas developed an early passion for acting and storytelling.

During his formative years, Jonas attended Arnold School and later went on to study at the Royal Academy of Dramatic … Read the rest

Elaine Cassidy

Elaine Cassidy

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Born: 31 December 1979, Raheny, County Dublin, Ireland. 

Born in Raheny, Ireland, and raised in Kilcoole, Elaine Cassidy’s love for acting ignited at an early age. Her first theatrical experience came at the age of five, playing the title character in a school production of Pinocchio. This ignited a spark that would shape her future career path.

During … Read the rest