‘So honoured' – Rhasidat Adeleke & Johnny Sexton join Brendan Gleeson in receiving huge award at swanky bash
She wasn't the only famous face to receive the honour either as rugby great
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The prodigiously talented 22-year-old has the world at her fast feet
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Sexton and Gleeson were in attendance
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Loved ones attended on her behalf
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Her younger brother Abdullahi is a budding track star too
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Unfortunately, Adeleke was unable to attend in person due to her training commitments at her University of Texas base.
But pals and family members were able to go in her stead.
Sharing a pic of them all dressed up for the occasion, she reflected: "So honoured to receive a Lord Mayor award yesterday!
"Unfortunately I couldn't be present but my amazing friends and family attended on my behalf."
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Irish rugby icon Sexton added: "l think it's a very proud room."
He also quipped that his kids were very excited that he was rubbing shoulders with Gleeson AKA Mad Eye Moody from the
For his part, the 70-year-old movie veteran remarked: "To get an award from your home city. There is a need to get more positive about the place."
Lord Mayor Emma Blaine emphasized that she was keen for the seven recipients to include people who champion dementia awareness along with women and girls in sport.
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With Adeleke clearly in mind on that latter point, she stated: "I have a couple of recipients tonight that represent those goals and ideals beautifully."
As regards the dementia cause, actors/couple Bryan Murray and Úna Crawford O'Brien were honoured for their charitable efforts in helping to raise awareness surrounding the cognitive condition.
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The former was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease six years ago before sharing his story three years later in a bid to help others.
Last month saw him
Una recently revealed that he now
The 75-year-old first appeared on the soap in 2005, taking on the role of Bob Charles, a man whose complex relationships and gripping storylines captured the attention of viewers across the country.
Over the years, his portrayal of Bob has been a cornerstone of the show, delivering unforgettable moments.
One of his most memorable storylines on the show was when he ended up homeless, sleeping rough on the streets of Carrigstown and being ostracised from the community.
Bryan met his on and off-screen love Una on set in Fair City.
Their characters had an affair on-screen and later married, while Bryan and Una's initial friendship on set later blossomed into a lasting relationship.
Una has been right by Bryan's side since his diagnoses, recently
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