Who doesn’t love Irish celebrities!? Ireland has produced some of the world’s most talented actors, musicians, writers, and sports stars—but no matter how famous they become, they never forget their Irish roots. Whether Colin Farrell talks about his deep connection to Ireland, Liam Neeson reminisces about his Northern Irish upbringing or Saoirse Ronan proudly corrects people’s pronunciation of her name, our stars never shy away from their Irishness.
Here are 30 of the best quotes from Irish celebrities about what it means to be Irish.
1. Colin Farrell 🎬
“Being Irish is very much a part of who I am. I take it everywhere with me.”
2. Liam Neeson 🎭
“I’m Irish, and we love to sing, no matter what the occasion. We sing when we’re happy, and we sing when we’re sad.”
3. Saoirse Ronan 🎥
“People always say, ‘Sersha, like Inertia,’ but the correct pronunciation is ‘Seer-sha’—it means freedom. And yes, it’s very Irish!”
4. Bono (U2) 🎵
“Ireland is a place where the imagination works overtime.”
5. Pierce Brosnan 🕶️
“My Irishness is a huge part of who I am. It’s the heart and soul of me.”
6. Cillian Murphy 🧥
“I love Ireland, and I feel completely at home there. It’s in my bones.”
7. Niall Horan 🎤
“I’m Irish. I’m always up for a laugh and a good time.”
8. Conor McGregor 🥊
“We’re not here to take part—we’re here to take over!”
9. Maureen O’Hara 🎬
“I have never lost my Irish accent. I doubt if I ever will. And to tell you the truth, I don’t want to!”
10. Graham Norton 🎙️
“The Irish have a wonderful sense of humour, and that’s something that has carried us through difficult times.”
More Brilliant Quotes from Irish Celebrities
- Enya – “Ireland inspires me. It’s a mystical place.”
- Brendan Gleeson – “There’s something very grounding about being Irish.”
- Van Morrison – “Ireland has always been a home to dreamers.”
- Jacksepticeye (Seán McLoughlin) – “Being Irish, I think, makes you a natural storyteller.”
- Sinéad O’Connor – “Ireland is an old soul.”
- Michael Fassbender – “I’m very proud of my Irish heritage. It’s a big part of who I am.”
- Aisling Bea – “Being Irish means you always have a good story up your sleeve.”
- Roy Keane – “I grew up in Cork. That explains everything.”
- Andrew Scott – “The Irish have a way with words that no one else does.”
- Jamie Dornan – “Northern Ireland made me who I am today.”
The Final 10 – Because We Can’t Get Enough of Irish Pride
- Chris O’Dowd – “If you’re lucky enough to be Irish, you’re lucky enough.”
- Hozier – “Ireland has a kind of magic you can’t quite explain.”
- Barry Keoghan – “I carry Dublin with me everywhere.”
- Bridgid Gallagher – “There’s a bit of mischief in all of us Irish.”
- Shane MacGowan – “I’m Irish, and I’ll always be Irish.”
- Paul Mescal – “The Irish just have a way of connecting with people.”
- Domhnall Gleeson – “Ireland gave me everything I know about storytelling.”
- Niamh Algar – “There’s nowhere quite like Ireland.”
- Dara Ó Briain – “Comedy runs through the Irish veins.”
- Katie Taylor – “Being Irish is something I wear with pride.”
What’s Your Favorite Irish Celebrity Quote?
Whether it’s an actor, a musician, or a sports star, the Irish never forget their roots. It’s part of what makes our people so proud and our culture so special.
Which quote stood out to you? Do you have a favourite Irish celebrity who has spoken about their love for Ireland? Let me know in the comments! ☘️
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