Age, Biography and Wiki
Who is it? | Actress |
Birth Day | June 16, 1939 |
Age | 81 YEARS OLD |
Died On | 9 June 2001(2001-06-09) (aged 61)\nDublin, Ireland |
Other names | Actress, singer, theatre director |
Spouse(s) | Luke Kelly (1965-1970s) |
Net worth: $900,000 (2024)
Deirdre O'Connell, a talented actress born in 1939, has amassed an incredible net worth of $900,000 by 2024. With her exceptional skills and dedication to her craft, O'Connell has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry. Throughout her illustrious career, she has captivated audiences with her remarkable performances in film, television, and theatre. Through her versatility and ability to bring characters to life, O'Connell has established herself as a highly respected figure in the acting world. With her continued success, it is no surprise that her net worth continues to grow, reflecting both her financial prosperity and her enduring influence in the world of showbiz.
Biography/Timeline
She was a noted folk-singer and performed at the Newport Folk Festival. She married the Irish singer Luke Kelly in June 1965, but they separated in the early 1970s.
O'Connell was born in the South Bronx district of New York, one of five children whose parents were Irish immigrants. When she finished school, she pursued her interest in theatre studying first at Erwin Piscator's Dramatic Workshop, New York, and later at the Actors Studio run by Lee Strasberg. In her early twenties, O'Connell moved to Dublin, Ireland, where she set up the Stanislavski Studio at the Pocket Theatre. There she trained a small company of actors in Stanislavski's system. In 1967, she founded the Focus Theatre, becoming its manager, artistic Director, and fundraiser—as well as acting in many of its productions.