Patrick McAlinney facts for kids
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Patrick McAlinney
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| Born | 9 November 1913 Lammy, Omagh, County Tyrone, Ireland
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| Died | 22 August 1990 (aged 76) UK
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| Occupation | Actor |
Patrick Andrew McAlinney (born November 9, 1913 – died August 22, 1990) was a talented Irish actor. He was known for playing many different characters in British TV shows and movies. You might remember him as a brother in the funny TV show Oh, Brother!. He also played Mr. O'Reilly in The Tomorrow People and Dr. Daley in Bless Me, Father.
Patrick McAlinney also performed on stage. He was in the first show of The Matchmaker in London's West End. This play later moved to Broadway in New York City. He performed in it for fourteen months between 1945 and 1947.
Early Life and Beginnings
Patrick Andrew McAlinney was born on November 9, 1913. His nickname was "Paddy." He was born in a place called Lammy, near Omagh, in County Tyrone, Ireland. His father, also named Patrick McAlinney, was a farmer. His mother was Anastasia O'Neill.
A Career in Acting
Patrick McAlinney became a well-known character actor. This means he was great at playing many different kinds of people. He often took on roles that added a lot of personality to the stories. He worked in both films and television shows.
Memorable TV Roles
Patrick McAlinney appeared in several popular British TV series.
- In the sitcom Oh, Brother!, he played a brother. This show also starred Derek Nimmo.
- He was Mr. O'Reilly in the science fiction show The Tomorrow People.
- He played Dr. Daley in the comedy series Bless Me, Father.
Notable Film Appearances
Patrick McAlinney also acted in many movies. Here are a few of his film roles:
- In 1952, he played Rev. Soater in Time Gentlemen, Please!.
- He was O'Keefe in The Oracle (1953).
- In 1958, he appeared as Mr. James Farrell in A Night to Remember. This film was about the sinking of the Titanic.
- He played a photographer in the horror film The Omen in 1976.
