Brendan Grace's Death
Born (Birthday) April 1, 1951
Death Date July 11, 2019
Age of Death 68 years
Cause of Death Lung Cancer
Place of Death Blackrock Health Galway Clinic, Galway, Ireland
Profession Comedian
The comedian Brendan Grace died at the age of 68. Here is all you want to know and more!
Biography - A Short Wiki
One of the most successful Irish comics of the 20th century. He found success in the film Moondance, on television in Father Ted, and in music with a No. 1 hit.
He left school at 15 to support his family, but still found time to form his own band, The Gingerman, and tour around Ireland singing folk songs.
From his first unwilling performance, after being thrust on stage to calm a restless crowd, he began a comic legend, performing with the likes of , John Denver, and others.
Personal Life
He had four children with his wife Eileen Doy.
He starred alongside Dermot Morgan, who played the title character, on Father Ted.
How did Brendan Grace die?
Father Ted star Brendan Grace has died aged 68 after being diagnosed with lung cancer just 10 days ago. Grace played Father Fintan Stack in the cult TV comedy series and was also a stand-up comedian. His manager, Tom Kelly, said he died shortly after midnight on Thursday surrounded by his family.