Dublin, March 11, 2026 (AFP) - New generation of Irish actors harness talent for global stardom

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2026-03-11

When the envelopes are opened at the Academy Awards in Los Angeles, one of the few guarantees is that actors from Ireland -- population just over five million -- are increasingly likely to be in the frame. Performers from the Emerald Isle have become regular fixtures on Oscar shortlists in recent years, with wins, nominations and breakout performances. Cillian Murphy, Barry Keoghan, Paul Mescal and Saoirse Ronan are among those helping cement the......

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