Andy Quirke
Andy Quirke is an Irish actor and producer[1] best known for his dual performance in Damo and Ivor.
Personal life
[edit]Andy Quirke's father is the late businessman Richard Quirke - owner of the Dr. Quirkey's Good Time Emporium chain of casinos in Dublin.[2] He has a brother, model Wesley Quirke, the husband of 2003 Miss World, Rosanna Davison.[3] The Quirke brothers are estimated to be worth €25 million from their shareholdings in Dr. Quirkey's.[4] He is also dyslexic.[5]
Anti-immigration activism
[edit]In February 2024, it was reported that a social media channel, associated with Quirke's Damo and Ivor show, had been used to "broadcast far-right rhetoric". Quirke did not comment on it and, while aware of the claims, RTÉ also did not comment on the reports.[6]
In September 2024, Quirke made a number of comments on social media about RTÉ, stating that "RTE is nothing but a daily propaganda machine for a corrupt government that is trying to enforce globalism".[7]
Quirke distributed thousands of Irish tricolour flags ahead of a 26 April 2025 far-right anti-immigration march in Dublin, which was reportedly attended by over 10,000 people.[8][9]
Filmography
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Republic of Telly | Damo / Ivor | 1 Episode |
| 2013-2014 | Damo & Ivor | Damo / Ivor | 12 Episodes, also writer and producer |
| 2018 | Damo & Ivor: The Movie | Damo / Ivor | Released 2018, also writer and producer |
References
[edit]- ^ "Hit TV comedy Damo & Ivor set for the big screen in 2018". Irish Film and Television Network. 20 July 2017. Retrieved 2 May 2025.
- ^ Hickey, Emma (10 October 2024). "Tributes paid to Richard Quirke, owner of Dr Quirkey's Good Time Emporium, who died aged 77". The Journal. Retrieved 2 May 2025.
- ^ O'Riordan, Alison (8 May 2011). "Dr Quirkey heir Andrew in shock binge-drink video". Irish Independent. Retrieved 27 May 2011.
- ^ Walsh, Niamh (26 May 2024). "Staggering amount Wesley and Andy Quirke's family firm is worth". Extra.ie. Retrieved 2 May 2025.
- ^ Finn, Melanie (16 September 2014). "Damo & Ivor star Andy Quirke reveals battle with dyslexia". Irish Independent. Retrieved 2 May 2025.
- ^ Walsh, Niamh (4 February 2024). "Social media account linked to Rosanna Davison's brother-in-law used to broadcast far-right rhetoric". Evoke.ie. Retrieved 2 May 2025.
- ^ Fetherstonhaugh, Neil (25 September 2024). "Damo & Ivor star Andy Quirke says RTE is a 'daily propaganda machine for a corrupt government'". Sunday World. Retrieved 2 May 2025.
- ^ Sherry, Alan (28 April 2025). "Thousands take part in anti-immigration march as counter protest calls out McGregor". Sunday World. Retrieved 28 April 2025.
- ^ Walsh, Niamh (26 April 2025). "Damo & Ivor star made 10,000 Irish flags for anti-immigration march". Extra.ie. Retrieved 2 May 2025.
External links
[edit]- Andy Quirke at IMDb
