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The Great Famine Event

By Colin Lacey

July/August 1997

February 14, 2025 by Leave a Comment

Ireland commemorates the Famine. Colin Lacey reports. Addressing a near-capacity crowd of almost 5,000 at the opening of The Great Famine Event in Millstreet, Co. Cork, Irish President Mary Robinson said that commemoration of the Famine was a moral act that should remember the victims but also use the lessons of 150 years ago to connect with issues that are relevant today.  "I … [Read more...] about The Great Famine Event

From Angel to Devil: The Real Byrne

By Jill Fergus
February / March 2000

March 2, 2023 by Leave a Comment

A revealing insight into the life of Irish actor Gabriel Byrne. Gabriel Byrne is a paradox. Most articles focus on his dark, brooding persona while playing up his rugged, Celtic good looks, but to see him in person you're struck by his gentle manner and keen sense of humor. And while there is no denying that he is a Hollywood star with all that that entails -- homes in New … [Read more...] about From Angel to Devil: The Real Byrne

Walking with Ghosts

October 26, 2022 by Leave a Comment

Emmy nominee and Golden Globe-winning actor Gabriel Byrne has returned to Broadway with his autobiographical solo show, Walking With Ghosts, based on his memoir of the same name, and an earlier work called Pictures in My Head, which offers fascinating glimpses into his public and private life. Bryne, who adorned the cover of Irish America in July 2011 is not just a brilliant … [Read more...] about Walking with Ghosts

News Roundup October 22, 2022

Emily Moriarty
IA Newsletter October 22, 2022

October 19, 2022 by Leave a Comment

New York Remembers Hurricane Sandy 10 Years Later Many remember the devastation that Hurricane Sandy brought to New York and the surrounding areas in October 2012. In the areas that were hardest hit, like the largely Irish enclave of Breezy Point, Queens, tidal waves flooded streets, destroying homes, knocking out gas lines, and causing a slew of explosions. In true Irish … [Read more...] about News Roundup October 22, 2022

Hibernia: Arts

By Tom Deignan

December/ January 2021

September 17, 2021 by Leave a Comment

Gabriel Before He Was FamousLegendary Irish actor Gabriel Byrne continues to make headlines – on the page and screen.Byrne’s new memoir – Walking With Ghosts – explores in sometimes painful detail the abuse he suffered at the hands of a priest when he was growing up, as well as an episode he described as a kind of revenge. Byrne – who can currently be seen in the 2020 Netflix … [Read more...] about Hibernia: Arts

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