Born Dublin, Ireland on July 11 1929. Educated at Synge Street Catholic boys school. Started acting aged 8 in the Gaiety theatre Dublin. Playing everything from Beckett to Shakespeare, he has appeared in Theatre, TV and film constantly since 1959. Awards to date include, Helen Hayes for "Moon for the Misbegotten, SAG nomination for "Waking ned", ESB lifetime achievement award for work in the Irish theatre. He lives in Dublin, Ireland. Children: Son, David. Daughter, Miriam.
