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Irish actor and writer Michael Patrick died on Tuesday, April 7, at the age of 35, following a prolonged battle with motor neurone disease (MND).
Known for his appearance in Game of Thrones, the actor was admitted to a medical facility for 10 days. Michael died peacefully, surrounded by family and friends. His wife, Naomi Sheehan, confirmed the news in an emotional post on Instagram.
Sheehan wrote, “Last night, Mick sadly passed away in the Northern Ireland Hospice. He was diagnosed with Motor Neuron Disease 1st February 2023. He was admitted 10 days ago and was cared for by the incredible team there. He passed peacefully surrounded by family and friends.”
Naomi Sheehan’s Tribute
In her tribute, Sheehan described Patrick as someone who inspired those around him, both before and during his illness.
Her statement read, “Words can’t describe how broken-hearted we are. It’s been said more than once that Mick was an inspiration to everyone who was privileged enough to come into contact with him, not just in the past few years during his illness but in every day of his life. He lived a life as full as any human can live. Joy, abundance of spirit, infectious laughter. A titan of a ginger haired man.”
Concluding her post, Sheehan shared a quote that Patrick was fond of and thanked those who supported them through his illness.
“We are so grateful for every person who supported us through the last few years. Mick loved this quote from Brendan Behan and this feels appropriate now: ‘The most important things to do in the world are to get something to eat, something to drink and somebody to love you.’ So, don’t overthink it. Eat. Drink. Love,” Sheehan wrote.
Michael Patrick’s Career
The Irish actor was best known for his work on stage, which continued despite his MND diagnosis and its debilitating effects.
His adaptation of William Shakespeare’s The Tragedy of Richard III was especially lauded, and his wheelchair-bound performance as the play’s titular character won him the Judges’ Award at the Stage Awards last year.
Patrick had numerous acting credits for his work in television, including an appearance as a wildling rioter on season six of the popular fantasy series Game of Thrones.
He was also a co-writer on the BBC series My Left Nut, which was based on his own experiences as a teenager. The series bagged three awards from the Royal Television Society.
Known for his appearance in Game of Thrones, the actor was admitted to a medical facility for 10 days. Michael died peacefully, surrounded by family and friends. His wife, Naomi Sheehan, confirmed the news in an emotional post on Instagram.
Sheehan wrote, “Last night, Mick sadly passed away in the Northern Ireland Hospice. He was diagnosed with Motor Neuron Disease 1st February 2023. He was admitted 10 days ago and was cared for by the incredible team there. He passed peacefully surrounded by family and friends.”
Naomi Sheehan’s Tribute
In her tribute, Sheehan described Patrick as someone who inspired those around him, both before and during his illness.
Her statement read, “Words can’t describe how broken-hearted we are. It’s been said more than once that Mick was an inspiration to everyone who was privileged enough to come into contact with him, not just in the past few years during his illness but in every day of his life. He lived a life as full as any human can live. Joy, abundance of spirit, infectious laughter. A titan of a ginger haired man.”
Concluding her post, Sheehan shared a quote that Patrick was fond of and thanked those who supported them through his illness.
“We are so grateful for every person who supported us through the last few years. Mick loved this quote from Brendan Behan and this feels appropriate now: ‘The most important things to do in the world are to get something to eat, something to drink and somebody to love you.’ So, don’t overthink it. Eat. Drink. Love,” Sheehan wrote.
Michael Patrick’s Career
The Irish actor was best known for his work on stage, which continued despite his MND diagnosis and its debilitating effects.
His adaptation of William Shakespeare’s The Tragedy of Richard III was especially lauded, and his wheelchair-bound performance as the play’s titular character won him the Judges’ Award at the Stage Awards last year.
Patrick had numerous acting credits for his work in television, including an appearance as a wildling rioter on season six of the popular fantasy series Game of Thrones.
He was also a co-writer on the BBC series My Left Nut, which was based on his own experiences as a teenager. The series bagged three awards from the Royal Television Society.
