Patrick O'Connell (actor)

Patrick O'Connell
Born29 January 1934
Died10 August 2017
(aged 83)
Years active1957–2017
SpousePatricia O'Connell

Patrick O’Connell (29 January 1934 – 10 August 2017[1][2]) was an Irish actor. O'Connell began his acting career appearing in various films, such as the Brian Keith war "The McKenzie Break" (1970), "Cromwell" (1970) and the Simon Rouse drama "The Ragman's Daughter" (1972). He also appeared in "The Human Factor" (1980) with Nicol Williamson, the drama "Runners" (1983) with Kate Hardie and the horror feature "Dream Demon" (1988) with Kathleen Wilhoite. His film career continued throughout the eighties and the nineties in productions like the drama "Nanou" (1988) with Imogen Stubbs and "Don't Get Me Started" (1993). He also appeared in the TV special "Fool's Fire" (PBS, 1991–92). He also worked in television during these years, including a part on "Life Goes On" (ABC, 1989–1993). O'Connell final role was in "Baskets" (FX, 2015-). He was also an artist known for his paintings, drawings, linocuts and etchings.

  1. ^ "Our fundraising achievements in memory of Patrick O'Connell".
  2. ^ "Patrick O'Connell obituary". TheGuardian.com. 27 October 2017.