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  "path": "/latest/gary-lydon-dies-aged-61-as-tributes-pour-in-for-banshees-of-inisherin-star/",
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    "Gary Lydon dies aged 61 as tributes pour in for ‘Banshees of Inisherin’ star",
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  "textContent": "Irish actor Gary Lydon, known for his roles in  _The Banshees of Inisherin_ ,  _Calvary_ and  _The Guard_ , has died at the age of 61, prompting an outpouring of tributes from across the arts community.\n\nWidely regarded as one of Ireland’s most respected performers, Lydon built a decades-long career spanning theatre and film, earning praise for both his on-stage work and screen roles.\n\n## From Wexford stage to acclaimed screen roles\n\nBorn Gary O’Brien in London in 1964 to Irish parents, he moved to Wexford as a child and later adopted his mother’s surname professionally.\n\nHe first gained attention in the 1980s through Billy Roche’s Wexford Trilogy, appearing alongside actors including Aidan Gillen, before going on to establish himself across Irish theatre and cinema.\n\nHis later work included appearances in  _The Banshees of Inisherin_ , helping cement his reputation as a versatile and enduring talent.\n\n## Tributes honour ‘one of Ireland’s finest’\n\nWexford Arts Centre said it was “deeply shocked and saddened” by the news, describing Lydon as one of the finest actors to emerge from the Irish stage.\n\nThe organisation noted that his final performance there, alongside his son, would remain especially meaningful.\n\nHis Gaelic Athletic Association club, St Michael’s, also paid tribute, recalling his continued presence and support over the years.\n\n## Family says loss is a ‘huge shock’\n\nIn a statement, Lydon’s family described his death as a “huge shock and deep loss”, adding that his greatest pride was being a father.\n\nThey said he would be missed by his children, partner and extended family, and that they would carry their memories of him “forever in our hearts”.\n\nThe post Gary Lydon dies aged 61 as tributes pour in for ‘Banshees of Inisherin’ star appeared first on HUM News English.",
  "title": "Gary Lydon dies aged 61 as tributes pour in for ‘Banshees of Inisherin’ star"
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