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The Irish Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘Music world won't be the same' – Brother's tribute as iconic Irish punk rock singer dies in ‘freak swimming accident'
HEARTBREAKING tributes have poured in for a legendary Irish punk rock singer who died in a swimming tragedy in Co Donegal. Jock McDonald, 69, 2 Jock at the Rory Gallagher Statue in Ballyshannon just a few days before he passed away Credit: Social Media 2 Jock McDonald sadly passed away after getting into trouble in the water Credit: Social Media Jock, who was the founder of the Bollock Brothers, was taken from the water by local RNLI volunteers at around 5:20pm and rushed to He was sadly pronounced dead a short time later. Jock - whose real name was Patrick O'Donnell - grew up between He had been preparing to hit the road with his band on a tour in just a few weeks time. READ MORE IRISH NEWS Jock's brother Gerry O'Donnell told how his sibling had gone home to his birthplace and went for a swim but the "undercurrent took him". He said: "He was more than a brother to me. I'm heartbroken but if he had to be taken then for him it would have been Donegal with our mum and Dad." Bollock Brothers drummer Pat Pattyn told how Jock's family and the band is "in shock" following the tragedy. He said: "It is with great sadness in my heart,I have to bring you this terrible our singer Jock McDonald has died last night in Ireland, apparently a freak swimming accident. MOST READ ON THE IRISH SUN "His children asked me to tell you all via this family and all the Bollock Brothers are in are going to try and give this a place, but that won't be easy... "Please don't try to call us today, give us some time, please... Rest in peace, my friend...I will miss you." Fellow band member Keith Bradshaw said: "Sad news to announce the [loss] of my best friend of 45 years. The famous Jock Mcdonald who sadly lost his life this morning RIP. "My friend a true legend my heart goes out to all members of his family. Thanks for the great life we had together with the Bollock Brothers." 'GREAT CHARACTER' The Rory Gallagher International Tribute Festival was among those who paid tribute to Jock, telling how "the music world will not be the same" without him. It said: "Jock was on one of his many visits to Ballyshannon and always loved his Donegal heritage. "Jock, front man with the famous Bollock Brothers who performed at the Rory Gallagher International Tribute Festival and a renowned Punk Band that toured throughout the World. "We knew Jock very well, he was in Ballyshannon this weekend, home to support Donegal and sadly died suddenly. "The music world will not be the same without Jock McDonald, one of the great characters that I got to know through his many visits to Ballyshannon. "We extend our sympathy to Jock's Family - Kilien, Maria and extended family, his band colleagues, his wide circle of friends and to his very good friend here in Ballyshannon, Patrick McGahern." The statement added: "Rest in Peace Jock and thank you for your music."
The Irish Sun
a day ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Mick Kearin dead – Tributes flood in for ex-Shamrock Rovers & Bohemians ace who made Republic of Ireland history
IRISH football legend Michael 'Mick' Kearin has passed away peacefully aged 82 in Lourdesville nursing home in Kildare Town. Kearin was a League of Ireland legend having started his career with St Patrick's Athletic's youth team before playing for 2 The 82-year-old passed away peacefully on Sunday Credit: 2 Kearin player over 200 games between the League of Ireland and FAI Cup Credit: @BFCdublin Kearin won three FAI Cups in-a-row with While playing for Rovers, the three-time capped amateur international earned his first Ireland senior cap in 1971. He started in the Republic of Ireland's 6-0 loss to Austria in a European Championship qualifier in Linz. Kearin started in an entirely Ireland based starting 11 before being replaced after 52 minutes by his club teammate Damien Richardson. Read more on League of Ireland The cap meant the Kildare Town native became the first Kildare man to receive an Ireland cap. While playing for the Milltown based side, Kearin made eight appearances in Europe and scored two goals. Most notably the three-time FAI Cup winner was a part of the side who famously drew 1-1 with Bayern Munich in the first leg of their Cup Winner's Cup second round clash. The second leg saw the Hoops level at 2-2 late on thanks to goals from Liam Tuohy and Bobby Gilbert but a late Gerd Müller strike knocked out the Irish side. Most read in Football Bayern Munich went on to win the competition, beating Glasgow Rangers in the final. Kearin also featured in a six-week summer exhibition to promote professional football in the US with Boston Rovers. Ireland legend joins Jacqui Hurley in making quirky prediction for Women's Euros semi from RTE couch During the exhibition he faced the likes of Sunderland, Wolves, Hearts and Stoke City as well as South American teams. Tributes have poured in for the father of four sons. His former clubs led the way paying homage to the LOI legend. Bohemians released a tribute saying: "All at Bohemians are saddened to hear of the passing of former player Mick Kearin. "After joining from St. Patrick's Athletic where he had played as a youth he became one of a number of exciting, attacking young players who made their name under the guidance of manager Seán Thomas. "Despite being a full amateur side Bohs enjoyed back to back third-place finishes in the 1964-65 and 1965-66 seasons with Mick often featuring among the goals from midfield. "There was a return to Dalymount for Mick in the 1973-74 season before he finished his career with Athlone Town." The club were he won his three FAI Cups and earned his senior Ireland cap Shamrock Rovers also honoured: "We are very saddened at the death of former Rovers player Mick Kearin. Mick joined Rovers in 1966 from Bohemians. "An Ireland Amateur international when he joined us, Mick played as a wing half and was on the team that won the FAI Cup in 1967, 1968, and 1969." Funeral arrangements can be found Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘So loved already', declares mum-to-be Terrie McEvoy as she prepares to welcome second child with ‘glowing' baby shower
IRISH influencer Terrie McEvoy has shared snaps from her cute baby shower - and it had the most adorable theme. The star and her husband David Fitzpatrick, who she married in in 2019, recently announced they were expecting their second child together. 3 Terrie McEvoy glows in newly shared snap from her baby shower 3 Terrie had a paint and prosecco themed shower 3 Terrie and her husband posed for cute snaps at the party The happy couple are already parents to their three-year-old daughter Sydney . As their due date steadily approaches, the pair decided to throw a baby shower with their nearest and dearest. The beauty guru shared snaps from the wholesome day on her READ MORE IN TERRIE MCEVOY The Irish star captured a photo of a long table full of her closest friends and family all sitting and painting. The ladies looked happy as ever as they all smiled and held up their prosecco glasses. Terrie was a vision on the day as she opted for a stunning stone-coloured maxi dress with a dropped waistline and bardot-styled top. The style queen also had her brunette hair styled in a gorgeous up do. MOST READ IN THE IRISH SUN The mum-to-be was glowing as she posed for pictures with her hubby and their little one. David sweetly put his arm around Terrie while she held her daughter's hand. Katja Mia enjoys trip to France The doting mum also posted a snap of herself snuggling Sydney in their kitchen during the party. Later on, Terrie managed showcased a selection of the group's final paintings - and fans were been left shocked at the artistic skills. Terrie showed off her hidden talent as she managed to paint a squirrel that looked almost lifelike. The Dublin native couldn't help but gush over the magical day spent with her loved ones. SPECIAL DAY She wrote in her caption: "A house filled with love and laughter today for my baby shower! "We count our blessings every single day for the incredible people in our lives! Thank you all so much for making it so special, especially for Sydney and for those who couldn't make it, we love you tooooo! "You are SO loved already baby boy!!" And fans all flocked to the comment section to swoon over the star's special day. Katie wrote: "This is so beautiful!! SHOCKED at your hidden talent." Christina said: "Gorgeous photos Terrie!" Shauna added: "Sorry, since when are you a professional artist?!! WOW!!! And you are gorgeous as always." Chris penned: "Ah, brilliant, congratulations, it looked like a lovely day." And Claire remarked: "Absolutely beautiful Terrie, you're glowing so much."
Irish Post
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Post
Sarah Bolger to star in Irish-American crime series from the creator of Narcos
IRISH actress Sarah Bolger is to star in a new Irish-American crime series from Narcos creator Chris Brancato. The Westies is described as a gritty and kinetic crime drama that centres on New York City's infamously violent Irish gang of the same name. According to Variety, 34-year-old Bolger will star as IRA operative Bridget Walsh. She will link up with Oscar winner JK Simmons, who will lead the cast as crime boss Eamonn Sweeney. The new series from MGM+ is set in the early 1980s when the construction of the Jacob Javitz Convention Center on the Westies' home turf in Hell's Kitchen promises a financial windfall. "Despite being outnumbered fifty-to-one by the Five Families of the Italian Mafia, the Westies' legendary brutality and cunning have given them the leverage necessary to share the spoils through a fragile détente," reads the synopsis. "But internal conflict between the brash younger generation and the old-school leadership threatens to set a match to this powder keg, which will sweep the Westies into the FBI's ever-deepening investigation into the Italian mafia." 'Passion project' Bolger rose to fame after starring in Jim Sheridan's 2002 film, In America, and later played Mary Tudor in the BBC series, The Tudors. She also had a main role in the recent Sons of Anarchy spin-off, Mayans MC. Brancato, who will serve as executive producer and showrunner, said the series had been a 'passion project' of his for some time. "This is a story about ambition, loyalty, and power, set against the backdrop of 1980s New York," he added. "I'm grateful to be working again alongside my collaborators Michael Panes (co-creator) and most especially with Michael Wright (Head of MGM+) and the entire MGM+ team." The eight-episode series marks his third collaboration with MGM+ following the success of the critically-acclaimed Godfather of Harlem and the crime thriller Hotel Cocaine. He previously created the Netflix series Narcos and its spin-off Narcos: Mexico. The Westies went into production this month in Toronto, Canada and will premiere on MGM+. See More: Sarah Bolger, The Westies
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- The Irish Sun
Travel alert for Irish holidaygoers as two holiday hotspots declared ‘disaster zones' amid horror wildfires
IRISH holidaygoers have been hit with a major travel warning as wildfires engulf two popular holiday spots. Both Advertisement 5 Greece has been engulfed by wildfires for weeks Credit: AP 5 Holidaymakers might want to rethink their plans Credit: Reuters Earlier today it was announced that at least 13 people have been One of the deceased was a firefighter trying to tame the blaze. Meanwhile, more than 1,700 Turkish civilians have been forced to flee their The regions of Bursa, Karabuk, Usak, and Kahramanmaras are still affected. Advertisement READ MORE IN TRAVEL And multiple " Adana, Mersin, Eskisehir and nearby Karabuk are all practically no-go zones. Amid the chaos, Irish jetsetters will likely want to rethink their Each summer, thousands of Advertisement Most read in News Travel But those travelling to the popular destinations are warned to check the fire status of the location before making their way there. And those with a holiday to Greece planned have been hit with a travel alert from the Huge wildfires spreads across Athens and two popular Greek islands as thousands are evacuated The department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) and Trade recently issued a statement regarding the wildfires in Greece. Although there are no travel restrictions in place, visitors have been urged to follow local authority guidelines. Advertisement The DFA said: "Greece is currently facing several wildfires following high summer temperatures and subsequent heatwaves. "The risk of wildfires is expected to intensify in the coming weeks. "In the case of a wildfire, the authorities will issue notifications regarding evacuations via the 112 message service to all mobile phones in the area. "These will be provided in both English and Greek, and we would ask citizens to follow any advice received from local authorities. Advertisement "Stay fully informed of what is going on by monitoring local news and social media. "Call the Greek Emergency Services on 112 if in immediate danger." And the popular island of Santorini will be under a series o safety measures until October. Once again holidaygoers have been told to follow the island's local authority guidelines. Advertisement 5 The Government has given a major travel alert for Greece Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 5 At least 13 people have been killed Credit: AP 5 Tens of thousands had been forced to evacuate their homes Credit: Reuters
