Irish actors died in 2003
Here are 2 famous actors from Republic of Ireland died in 2003:
Sean McClory
Sean McClory (March 8, 1924 Dublin-December 10, 2003 Hollywood Hills) otherwise known as Sean McGlory, Shawn McGlory, Seán McClory or Séan Joseph McClory was an Irish actor.
Sean McClory's career spanned over five decades and included appearances in numerous films, television shows, and theater productions. He began his acting career in Ireland, where he worked with the Abbey Theatre and appeared in several Irish films. In the 1950s, McClory moved to Hollywood and quickly became a sought-after character actor. He appeared in films such as "The Quiet Man," "The Long Gray Line," and "Fail-Safe."
In addition to his film work, McClory also had a successful career in television. He appeared in dozens of shows, including "The Adventures of Robin Hood," "Perry Mason," and "The Twilight Zone." McClory also continued to work on stage, appearing in productions on Broadway and in regional theaters throughout the United States.
Despite his success as an actor, McClory struggled with alcoholism for much of his life. He eventually got sober in the early 1980s and became a counselor, helping others who were struggling with addiction. McClory passed away in 2003 at the age of 79.
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Donald O'Brien
Donald O'Brien (September 15, 1930 Pau, Pyrénées-Atlantiques-November 29, 2003 Pau, Pyrénées-Atlantiques) also known as Donal O'Brien, Donald O'Brian, Donal O'Brian or Donal "Donald" O'Brien was an Irish actor.
He was best known for his roles in Italian horror and exploitation films of the 1970s and 1980s, including "Zombie Holocaust" and "Endgame - Bronx lotta finale." O'Brien also appeared in a number of Hollywood films, including "The Wild Bunch" and "Papillon." In addition to acting, he was also a stuntman and worked as a stunt coordinator on several films. O'Brien began his career in the theater and later moved into film and television. He appeared in over 50 films and television shows throughout his career. O'Brien passed away in 2003 at the age of 73.
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