Irish actors died at age 77
Here are 2 famous actors from Republic of Ireland died at 77:
Dermot Walsh
Dermot Walsh (September 10, 1924 Dublin-June 26, 2002 Royal Tunbridge Wells) also known as James P. Dermot Walsh was an Irish actor. He had three children, Elisabeth Dermot Walsh, Michael Walsh and Olivia Walsh.
Dermot Walsh had a prolific acting career, appearing in over 70 films and television shows. He started acting in the late 1940s and became a leading man in British films in the 1950s. Some of his notable film roles include "The Blue Lamp" (1950), "Blackout" (1950), and "The Golden Disc" (1958). He also starred in the television series "The Adventures of Robin Hood" (1957-1959) as Prince John.
In addition to his acting work, Walsh was also a talented musician and painter. He played several instruments, including the piano and accordion, and studied at the Royal Academy of Music in London. He also exhibited his paintings in London and Dublin.
Despite his success in acting, Walsh was known for keeping a low profile and maintaining a private personal life. He passed away in 2002 at the age of 77.
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Peter Gawthorne
Peter Gawthorne (September 1, 1884 Queen's County-March 17, 1962 London) was an Irish actor.
He began his career in theater before transitioning to film, appearing in over 130 films during the silent era and into the early talkies. He also lent his voice to various radio dramas and was known for his distinctive deep voice. Gawthorne continued acting until his death in 1962.
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