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Irish Daily Mirror
27-07-2025
- Sport
- Irish Daily Mirror
Inside the life of Donegal GAA Eoghan Ban Gallagher and his relationship
It's no shock that Eoghán Bán Gallagher has become one of Donegal's most recognised footballers, given his father is John Bán Gallagher. The former All-Star nominee has had a sparkling career with his home county for the most part, but things took a downturn in 2019, at what seemed to be the pinnacle of his career, when he was sidelined due to injury. However, he bounced back stronger and more confident than ever and he is once again pivotal to Donegal's success. Here, we delve into the ups and downs of his time on the pitch and his life outside GAA. Donegal Career Eoghan enjoyed underage success with Donegal, winning the 2014 Ulster Minor Championship final before adding an U/21 medal three years later. The Killybegs man made his senior debut for the county in 2016, playing in many games throughout the year before becoming a team regular the following season. He won his first Ulster Championship medal in 2018 under manager Declan Bonner. His personal exploits on the pitch earned him an All-Star nomination and he was named on the on The Sunday Game Team of the Year. He also won the 2018 Donegal Footballer of the Year award. 2019 was set to be a big year for him, but a freak injury meant he was ruled out of the business end of the championship after picking up another provincial medal. Eoghan said that taking time away from training and matches in lockdown has helped him to improve as a player both physically and mentally. He was able to use the time off to focus on improving his game. "Whenever games are played back-to-back, and you're continually going through training and trying to get ready for the next game, it's hard sometimes to work on things," he said "During the period when we had no games, it gave me the chance to focus on a few individual things that I wouldn't have been happy with. I feel I'm in better shape now." Day Job Eoghan studied at Ulster University at Jordanstown. He worked with AIB before becoming a Company Accountant at Source Civil Ltd, where he is currently based. Girlfriend and Relationship Eoghan is in a relationship with girlfriend Aoife Kelly. The couple regularly share pictures together on social media, including from their trips away. Age and Where He's From Eoghan is from Killybegs on the south coast of Donegal. He plays his club football with his local side, Na Cealla Beaga. He was born in 1996, making him 29 years of age this year. Injury Eoghan Ban Gallagher of Donegal (Image: ©INPHO/Tom Maher) Eoghan shattered his ankle in the days leading up to Donegal's Super 8 game against Kerry at Croke Park in July 2019. He said that his world fell apart when he suffered the injury, which ended the championship for him. He suffered mentally, as well as physically, but he got a lot of support from his girlfriend, friends and family at the time. "I went from being involved nearly every single day to being kind of isolated," the GAA star told Donegal Daily. "I was just sitting in the house. A lot of my friends were away and I was kind of lonely at home. I knew I'd have a long road to recovery and that my season was over. It was tough, mentally, rather than physically. "To be honest, I didn't deal with it well at all. I just wasn't in a good place." He said: "The night it happened, it was just a freak accident at training. Eoghán Bán Gallagher and girlfriend Aoife Kelly in Greece "I just heard the crack. I knew straight away. I could feel the pain. "Everything happened so quickly. I got the operation on the Friday. I knew then my season was over. "The only thing in my mind on the Friday was if I would get to Croke Park to see the game. The surgeon just kept saying: 'We'll see'. I wasn't able to go. "It was all taken away and I had no goals. There was no physio and I just had to sit there. "My family and friends started to talk a lot more and I got a lot of support messages."
Irish Examiner
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Examiner
Tots to Teens: Bugs and beasties for nature lovers
Get in touch with nature by taking part in the Wild Garden Adventures series at the National Botanic Gardens. These interactive events start tomorrow, July 23, and continue weekly until August 27. First up is a 'Biodiversity — Bugs & Beasties', which will introduce children to the bugs and creatures found in various habitats in the gardens. Next is the 'Budding Botanist', which will involve an expedition through the gardens and learning how to identify and collect various plant specimens. They will then press these plants in a flower press that they construct themselves. The third event is 'Pond Dipping', which will teach children about the weird and wonderful diversity of insects that live in and around the ponds in the gardens. The fourth event is the 'Bird Safari', during which the bird author Glynn Anderson will bring children on a guided walk through the gardens, pointing out all the different birds he spots along the way. There's another 'Biodiversity — Bugs & Beasties' event on August 20 and a 'Budding Botanist' one on August 27. All of these tours are suitable for children aged eight and up. Tickets, €5, can be booked online via Woodies fundraiser Woodies' Heroes. Woodie's has announced the return of Woodie's Heroes, its annual fundraiser in aid of Irish children's charities. The DIY, home and garden store has held this fundraiser since 2015 and has raised over €4.1m in that time. This year, the Woodie's Heroes campaign will run from now until August 9, and every cent raised will be donated to Childline by ISPCC, Down Syndrome Ireland, Autism Assistance Dogs Ireland, and the Cancer Fund for Children. Supporting the campaign is easy. All you have to do is donate at the till in any Woodie's store or contribute online at Adventuring in Ireland My Irish Adventure My Irish Adventure is a great book to pack in the suitcase if you're planning on taking a trip anywhere in Ireland this summer. It was written by five-year-old Eoghan Corrigan and his mum Carol, and reading it will encourage children to discover more of what this country has to offer. The book follows Eoghan as he journeys across Ireland. Each page is devoted to a different county and features colourful illustrations as well as Eoghan's favourite facts about that particular part of the country. On the page devoted to Cork, for example, he mentions the Blarney Stone, Cobh and its association with the Titanic and how Spike Island was once the world's biggest depot for convicts. My Irish Adventure is widely available and costs from €10. Summer schooling Top of the Class The Irish summer can be hit or miss weather-wise. One minute, the kids are happy playing outdoors in the sunshine. The next torrential rain can force them back indoors, where they are likely to complain of having nothing to do. The 'Top of the Class' board game is a great thing to have on hand when such complaints arise. It's an Irish general knowledge and trivia game suitable for all ages from six and up. To win, participants must answer questions based on English, maths, history, science, geography and general knowledge they will have learned at school. They must also avoid hazards, handle the principal's instructions, and pass their summer tests. This board game can be purchased from for €34.95. M&S back-to-school It's never too early to plan for the children's return to school, especially if there are special offers available. Marks & Spencer has announced that it is keeping its prices locked at 2021 levels for another year and is currently offering 20% off its back-to-school range. Parents can now avail of deals like two cotton unisex polo shirts for €6. Offer lasts for a limited time only. Read More What is myopia and can it be caused by children spending too much time on screens?
Edinburgh Live
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
X Factor star unrecognisable as he shares personal update
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info X Factor sensation Eoghan Quigg is barely recognisable from his stint on the hit ITV show back in 2008. The vocalist, who reached the semi-finals of The X Factor impressing the likes of Simon Cowell, Dannii Minogue, Louis Walsh and Cheryl, has since carved out a niche for himself on TikTok, sharing glimpses of his family life. After finishing third behind JLS and Alexandra Burke, and even vying for a spot to represent Ireland at Eurovision in 2014, Eoghan, now 32, sports a new look and is a father to two kids. He recently shared to his 31,000 followers that he's tied the knot with his partner Amy with a second celebration. The pair first exchanged vows in Las Vegas earlier this year, shortly after Eoghan popped the question during a holiday. Teasing his followers with a snippet of his proposal in Central Park, he followed up with footage outside The Little White Chapel in Vegas, captioning it "So we've been keeping a little secret What happens in Vegas," reports the Mirror. Video Loading Video Unavailable Click to play Tap to play The video will auto-play soon 8 Cancel Play now Amy was the picture of elegance in a chic white minidress, complete with a veil and bouquet, while Eoghan later matched her in a white tux for their "home wedding". Fans were quick to shower the couple with love, with one replying "Congrats guys you both look amazing hope you had a fantastic day," prompting Eoghan to respond that it indeed was the "best day". Another fan chimed in with warm wishes, saying "Aww Brilliant ! Congratulations to you both." When another person inquired if Eoghan and Amy had a "home wedding", he verified that they were commemorating their union in Vegas alongside family and friends back in Derry. (Image: Eoghan Quigg/TikTok) The couple, who have two children together, have been in a relationship since 2015. Their family expanded with the arrival of their daughter Emmy Belle in 2021 and son Camden in 2023. Amy also has two children from a previous relationship. On his TikTok account, Eoghan has shared updates on his hair transplant journey, as well as nostalgic clips from his time on the X Factor. In a recent interview, he looked back on his journey, which began when he auditioned for The X Factor at 15. He considers himself "one of the lucky ones", having had a positive experience on the show. (Image: Eoghan Quigg/TikTok) However, Eoghan is adamant that he wouldn't want his children to pursue a similar path. Speaking to Belfast Live, he expressed his concerns: "I wouldn't want my children to do it, it's tough and there is so much more social media about now. "I just think nowadays kids see so much on internet and there is a lot of pressures to look a certain way. "There wasn't as much negativity around when I was on the show." He continued: "I had to quickly learn not everyone is going to like you, you have to just live with it and get on with it. (Image: TikTok/Eoghan Quigg) "I grew up really quickly, I was just a kid in school that came from a normal, working-class family. It went from 0-100, my world was turned upside down. "But everyone back home was really supportive and I think 99.9% of teenagers would rather be on the X-Factor than studying for their GCSEs. "I never had any anxiety, I really had the right people around me and after the show I had a great tour manager." After The X Factor, Eoghan had a short stint as a footballer, and released his first album in 2009. He also made TV appearances on Dani's House, Alan Carr: Chatty Man and Harry Hill's TV Burp.
Daily Mirror
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
X Factor star unrecognisable as he weds partner for a second time
The X Factor star rose to fame on the ITV series in 2008 X Factor star Eoghan Quigg looks worlds away from his time on The X Factor, more than ten years ago. The singer, who auditioned for the ITV competition in 2008, has now made a name for himself on TikTok, where he gives a peek into his family life. Eoghan made it all the way to the final on The X Factor after impressing judges Simon Cowell, Dannii Minogue, Louis Walsh and Cheryl. He came in third place, after JLS and Alexandra Burke, and even competed to represent Ireland in the 2014 Eurovision Song Contest. Nearly two decades later, Eoghan, 32, looks very different and has two children of his own. The star has attracted a loyal following of more than 31,000 fans, and recently revealed he married his partner Amy for the second time. Earlier this year, the couple married in Las Vegas, not long after he proposed while they were on holiday. Eoghan Quigg performing during The X Factor live shows 'So we've been keeping a little secret What happens in Vegas…' he teased, alongside a clip of him getting down on one knee in Central Park, before it cut to them both outside The Little White Chapel in Las Vegas. Amy looked stunning in a white minidress, paired with a veil and bouquet. And they've now celebrated once again with a 'home wedding', with Eoghan donning a white tux to match his bride. 'Congrats guys you both look amazing hope you had a fantastic day,' one fan replied, to which Eoghan said it was the 'best day'. 'Aww Brilliant ! Congratulations to you both,' another commented. When another questioned if Eoghan and Amy had a 'home wedding', he confirmed they were celebrating their marriage in Vegas with family and friends in Derry. The couple, who share two children together, have been together since 2015. They welcomed their daughter Emmy Belle in 2021 and son Camden in 2023, while Amy also has two children from a previous relationship. On his TikTok account, Eoghan has shared his journey getting a hair transplant, as well as clips reminiscing on his days of X Factor fame, showing his young children glimpses into his life on stage. In a recent interview, he reflected on his journey after auditioning for The X Factor at the age of 15, and said he considers himself 'one of the lucky ones' as he had a good experience on the show. However, he firmly believes that he wouldn't want his children to follow in his footsteps, as he told Belfast Live: 'I wouldn't want my children to do it, it's tough and there is so much more social media about now. ''I just think nowadays kids see so much on internet and there is a lot of pressures to look a certain way. 'There wasn't as much negativity around when I was on the show.' He went on: 'I had to quickly learn not everyone is going to like you, you have to just live with it and get on with it. 'I grew up really quickly, I was just a kid in school that came from a normal, working-class family. It went from 0-100, my world was turned upside down. 'But everyone back home was really supportive and I think 99.9% of teenagers would rather be on the X-Factor than studying for their GCSEs. 'I never had any anxiety, I really had the right people around me and after the show I had a great tour manager.' After The X Factor, Eoghan had a short stint as a footballer, and released his first album in 2009. He also made TV appearances on Dani's House, Alan Carr: Chatty Man and Harry Hill's TV Burp.
Irish Daily Mirror
10-06-2025
- Irish Daily Mirror
Gardaí launch urgent search appeal for missing Dublin 13-year-old
Gardaí have launched an urgent search appeal for a missing teenager as concern grows for his welfare. Eoghan O'Reilly, 13, has been missing from the Springfield area of Tallaght, Dublin 24 since the evening of Sunday, June 8. He was last seen in the area at approximately 5pm. Eoghan is described as being approximately five feet in height with a slim build. He has brown hair and blue eyes. When last seen, Eoghan was wearing black and grey tracksuit bottoms, a black North Face jacket, and blue and black Nike Air Max shoes. It is believed that Eoghan may have travelled to the Coolock, Dublin 17 area. Gardaí and Eoghan's family are concerned for his wellbeing and have appealed for anyone with any information on his whereabouts to contact authorities. A Garda spokesperson said: 'Gardaí are seeking the public's assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 13-year-old Eoghan O'Reilly who is reported missing from the Springfield area of Tallaght, Dublin 24 since the evening of Sunday, 8 June'. They added: 'Anyone with any information on Eoghan's whereabouts are asked to contact Tallaght Garda Station on 01 666 6000 the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.'
