Bronagh Gallagher facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bronagh Gallagher
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Bronagh Gallagher in 2010
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| Born | 26 April 1972 |
| Nationality | Northern Irish |
| Occupation | Singer and actress |
| Years active | 1989–present |
Bronagh Gallagher (born on April 26, 1972) is a talented singer and actress from Northern Ireland. She is known for her roles in many films and TV shows. In 2020, she was even named one of Ireland's greatest film actors by The Irish Times.
Growing Up
When Bronagh was a teenager, she loved drama and music. She joined a local acting group called the Oakgrove Theatre Company. She also sang backup for a band called The Listener for a short time. They practiced in the drummer's garage!
Her Acting and Singing Career
Bronagh used to be a hairdresser before she became famous. Her big break came when she played Bernie in the movie The Commitments in 1991. After that, she appeared in many other films. These include Pulp Fiction (1994) and Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace (1999). She also had roles in Sherlock Holmes (2009) and Grabbers (2012).
Bronagh has also performed on stage in plays like The Street of Crocodiles and War Horse.
Besides acting, Bronagh is a singer. She released her first album, Precious Soul, in 2004. She wrote most of the songs and even played the drums! She worked with famous musician Brian Eno on two songs. Later, she released two more albums: Bronagh Gallagher in 2012 and Gather Your Greatness in 2016.
On television, Bronagh has been in several popular shows. She played a character named Trisha Meehan in The Field of Blood. She was also Ada Mason in an episode of Agatha Christie's Poirot. From 2012 to 2014, she starred in the comedy TV series Pramface. More recently, she has been a main cast member in the TV series Brassic since 2019. She even made a guest appearance as herself in Derry Girls in 2022.
A cool fact is that an image of Bronagh from The Commitments was put on an Irish postage stamp! It was part of a series celebrating Irish cinema.
Awards and Nominations
Bronagh Gallagher has been recognized for her acting. She has been nominated for several awards, including the IFTA Awards. In 2004, she won the Best Actress award at the Festival International de Programmes Audiovisuels for her role in Holy Cross.
