Brendan Grace
| Born | April 1, 1951 |
| Hometown | Dublin, Ireland |
| Net worth | $8 million |
| Height | 5'10" (1.79m) |
| Spouse | Eileen Doyle |
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Crowds line streets to say goodbye to Father Ted star Brendan Grace
- There was standing-room only for the large crowd of mourners inside the church, while the huge crowd outside listened to the mass on speakers.
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'Father Ted' star Brendan Grace has died aged 68
The veteran comic played Father Stack in the hit sitcom.
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Father Ted star Brendan Grace dies aged 68
Father Ted star Brendan Grace has sadly passed away aged 68, just one week after it was revealed that he was suffering from lung cancer. His family confirmed the news to RTE, and said they were "very grateful" for the support over the world from his fans. His agent, Tom Kelly, told RTÉ Radio One's Morning Ireland: "Brendan Grace was one of the greatest entertainers of this era, no doubt about that. He gave a performance every night that merited the applause he received. We can look back with pri
- EntertainmentThe Independent
Brendan Grace dead: Father Ted and Bottler actor dies, aged 68
Father Ted star Brendan Grace has died aged 68.The multi-talented Irish actor, bets known as Father Fintan Stack in the hit sitcom and schoolboy character Bottler, was battling lung cancer. Last week, he was forced to cancel his scheduled summer tour of Ireland and the UK after being diagnosed with the disease.After being taken to hospital in Ireland for treatment, he is said to have died “peacefully” in the early hours of the morning.As well as acting, Grace was a comedian and enjoyed an illust
- EntertainmentEvening Standard
Brendan Grace death: Father Ted actor and comedian dies following battle with lung cancer
Father Ted actor Brendan Grace has died aged 68 after it emerged he was battling lung cancer.The actor's family said he died peacefully and was very grateful for the support he received from fans all over the world after his illness was announced. Mrs Brown's Boys creator and star Brendan O'Carroll was among those paying tribute to Brendan on Twitter, saying: "He opened doors for so many of us and leaves a legacy of love and laughter that will echo through this land and we will all mourn his pas
- HealthThe Independent
Father Ted star Brendan Grace diagnosed with lung cancer
Brendan Grace has been diagnosed with lung cancer, a spokesperson for the Father Ted star has revealed.The Dublin-born comedian was due to take part in a tour of Ireland throughout July and August this summer.However, a spokesperson for the 68-year-old has stated that the tour will no longer go ahead due to his faltering health."Brendan Grace has been in hospital for the last four weeks receiving treatment for pneumonia," Tom Kelly, business manager for Grace, told The Independent."It has now tr
- EntertainmentEvening Standard
Father Ted star Brendan Grace reveals he has lung cancer
Father Ted star Brendan Grace is suffering from lung cancer.The 68-year-old actor and comedian, who played Father Fintan Stack in the classic comedy, received the diagnosis while being treated for pneumonia, his representatives confirmed.The Irish star has been forced to cancel his summer tour as a result.“Brendan Grace has been in hospital for the last four weeks receiving treatment for pneumonia,” his spokesperson told the Irish Daily Mirror.“It has now transpired that he is also suffering fro
