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Being Irish in Hollywood
As we celebrate St. Patrick Day, we shine a light on the many actors in Hollywood who have Irish roots: from Pierce Brosnan to Colin Farrell, from Caitriona Balfe to Ruth Negga. Yes, Ms. Negga who has played so many – very – American roles, was born in Ethiopia where her father is from but grew up just outside Limerick – a city in Ireland, her mother’s home.