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Alan Devine
Born 1970 (age 54–55)
Nationality Irish
Occupation Actor

Alan Devine (born 1970) is an Irish actor. He is known for his roles in many films and TV shows. These include Vikings: Valhalla, Fair City, and Veronica Guerin.

Alan Devine's Early Life and Education

Alan Devine was born in County Galway, Ireland, in 1970. He went to Trinity College Dublin, a famous university. There, he studied philosophy and sociology. After finishing his studies, he decided to become an actor. He has performed in many plays, including some by Shakespeare.

Acting Career Highlights

Alan Devine has had a busy acting career in both TV and movies. He has played many different characters.

TV Show Appearances

In the 1990s, Alan Devine was in the TV drama Glenroe. He played a character named Ray O'Driscoll. Later, he joined the popular Irish soap opera Fair City as Louie Gleeson.

He also appeared in big historical TV series. He was in The Tudors and Vikings. More recently, he played the Earl of Kent in the Netflix series Vikings: Valhalla.

Film Roles

Alan Devine has acted in several movies. One of his notable roles was in the film Veronica Guerin. He also appeared in the movie King Arthur. He played the main character in the film Ghostwood. Other films include Nora and The Gift.

Commercials and Stage Work

Beyond TV and films, Alan Devine has also been in commercials. He played Tom Crean, a famous Arctic explorer, in ads for Guinness. In 2010, he performed in a play called My First Time. He toured with the play across Ireland.

Filmography

Here is a list of some of the films and TV shows Alan Devine has been in:

  • Vikings: Valhalla (2022)
  • The Gift (2017)
  • Vikings (2016)
  • Tudors (2014)
  • Fair City (2008-2012)
  • Ghostwood (2006)
  • An Teanga Runda (2005)
  • King Arthur (2004)
  • The Honourable Scaffolder (2003)
  • Veronica Guerin (2003)
  • Flick (2000)
  • Blatant Disregard (2000)
  • Nora (2000)
  • Miracle at Midnight (1998)
  • Home (short) (1998)
  • Angela Mooney (1996)
  • Frankie Starlight (1995)

See also

  • List of Fair City characters
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