Harry Brogan was an Irish actor who is best known for his performances in “Lies My Father Told Me,” “The Quare Fellow,” and “The Gentle Gunman.” A celebrated figure at the Abbey Theatre, he was admired for his comedic talents in theatre.
Personal and Family Life
Born on May 5, 1905, in Hollywood, County Down, Harry married Nell, and together they raised five children: Anne, John, Patricia, Sheamus, and Fergus. Both Anne and Patricia pursued acting careers, while John served as the Stage Manager at the Olympia Theatre for three decades. Harry’s father, John Brogan, was well-known as a piper and pipe-maker, contributing to the family’s artistic legacy.
Death and Legacy
Harry Brogan passed away on May 20, 1977, in Dublin, Ireland. Remembered as one of Ireland’s finest actors, his work continues to influence the Irish theatre scene. His contributions to both film and theatre are celebrated, ensuring his legacy lives on through his performances.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Victor Frankenstein | 1977-01-01 | The Blind Man |
| Girl with Green Eyes | 1964-05-14 | Jack Holland |
| Jules Verne’s Rocket to the Moon | 1967-07-13 | Professor Dingle |
| Shake Hands with the Devil | 1959-06-24 | Tom Cassidy |
| Never Put It in Writing | 1964-04-27 | Mr. Breeden |
| This Other Eden | 1959-01-01 | Clannery |
| The Siege of Sidney Street | 1960-10-11 | Old Harry |
| The Quare Fellow | 1962-10-02 | Dunlavin |
| A Terrible Beauty | 1960-06-17 | Patrick O’Neill |
| The Face of Fu Manchu | 1965-08-06 | Gaskell |
| Lies My Father Told Me | 1960-08-01 | Grandfather |
| Sally’s Irish Rogue | 1960-02-15 | Rabit Hamil |
| Young Cassidy | 1965-02-25 | Murphy |
| Broth of a Boy | 1959-02-06 | Willie |
| The Gentle Gunman | 1952-10-23 | Barney (uncredited) |
| Cradle of Genius | 1960-11-11 | Self |