Birdy Sweeney

Movie Actor

Birthday June 14, 1931

Birth Sign Gemini

Birthplace Ireland

DEATH DATE May 11, 1999 (67)

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About

Irish actor and comedian who has had roles in many films including The Crying Game, The Butcher Boy, and Angela's Ashes. He began playing Earmon Byrne in the TV show Ballykissangel in 1996.

Before Fame

He started out as a comedian in local clubs for thirty years before starting his acting work as an extra on BBC Northern Ireland's version of Too Late to Talk to Billy in 1982.

Trivia

He received his nickname, Birdy, due to his ability to imitate birds.

Family Life

He had eight children with his wife Alice.

Associated With

He starred in the 1999 movie, Angela's Ashes, with Emily Watson.