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Carrick-on-Suir’s famous residents include the Clancy Brothers who changed the face of Irish music, Seán Kelly who is widely regarded as one of the world’s greatest road racing cyclists, and Maurice Davin, one of the founders of the Gaelic Athletic Association. The traditions that they promoted continue to this day and are celebrated in the town by its sporting institutions, theatres, monuments, and festivals.
THE CLANCY BROTHERS
The Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem exploded onto the world stage when they took the Ed Sullivan Show by storm. Carrick-on-Suir natives, they have inspired generations of musicians, singers, and songwriters, and their music lives on as new generations of folk singers take to the stage. READ MORE
MAURICE DAVIN
Maurice Davin (29 June 1842 – 27 January 1927) was a pivotal figure in Irish sports history, most notably as a co-founder and the first president of the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA). Born in Carrick-on-Suir, County Tipperary, Davin was the eldest of four athletic brothers.
MICHAEL COADY
Michael Coady (1939 – 25 March 2024) was born in Carrick-on-Suir, County Tipperary, and spent his life rooted in his hometown, where he made his mark as a teacher, musician, and writer. Renowned for celebrating his community, Coady won the Patrick Kavanagh Award in 1979 for his debut poetry collection. READ MORE
SEAN KELLY
Sean Kelly (born 24 May 1956) is a legendary Irish former professional road cyclist and one of the most decorated riders of the 1980s. During his career from 1977 to 1994, Kelly claimed an impressive 193 professional victories, including nine Monument Classics and a record seven consecutive Paris–Nice wins. READ MORE
