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The Irish Sun
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
US music megastar spotted running from swarm of adoring fans on Dublin street before visiting ‘best bar in Ireland'
AMERICAN country singer Zach Bryan showed off his quickness as he ran down a Dublin street to avoid being swarmed by adoring fans. The hitmaker touched down in Ireland earlier this week ahead of his highly anticipated 2 Zach Bryan was spotted running on Dublin's O'Connell Street 2 Bryan visited The Celt pub The Oklahoma-based country sensation, known for his emotive songwriting, is set to perform to an estimated 180,000 over the weekend. But before hitting the stage to thousands of screaming Irish fans, the star decided to explore A fan on The 29-year-old left a dozen fans in his dust as he busted a gut down the street before turning the corner towards Talbot Street. READ MORE IN ZACH BRYAN And it would seem that Zach was also on a mission to find The Celt pub, which is situated on Talbot Street. The musician even posted a snap of himself inside the pub having an arm wrestle with a local punter. Bryan donned a casual brown shirt and wore a A caption over his Ireland ." MOST READ IN THE IRISH SUN Later that evening, Bryan shared a photo from the stage in Phoenix Park as he rehearsed for the big shows. He penned: "Lets f****ing go Phoenix Park, three days, three days, three days." Zach Bryan quietly buys Massachusetts mansion for $7.5 million with patios, a green room and stunning waterfront views For those heading to Zach's Dublin shows over the weekend, Aiken Promotions have issued a Fans have been urged to plan ahead and follow strict entry guidelines. The concert chiefs have strongly advised punters attending the shows to use GIG WARNING For early-entry ticket holders, gates open at 4.30pm while general admission begins at 5pm. The show is due to start at 6pm and wrap up around 10.30pm. Fans are also being reminded that the main entrance from Phoenix Park is around a 45 minute walk, so concertgoers should be prepared for a long trek in and out of the venue. The gig will be fully cashless and early queuing is not permitted, while no re-entry will be allowed once you're inside the grounds. There are also strict bag rules in place with only bags A4 size or smaller permitted. Prams, umbrellas, chairs and even items like food, alcohol, bottles, flairs and flagpoles will not be allowed through the gates. U18's must be accompanied by an adult or guardian and children under five are not permitted to attend the gigs. Attendees are also advised to bring photo ID.
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘You're not getting rid of me that easy'- Arthur Gourounlian clears up rumours after teary statement
ARTHUR Gourounlian has shut down rumours he is leaving social media after an emotional statement. The star launched a website on June 17, 2010 and used it to share career highlights and connect with fans. 2 Arthur Gourounlian addressed rumours he was leaving social media 2 Arthur told fans he was just saying goodbye to his old website But 15 years on, In a statement shared to his celebrity choreographer said: "And just like that, an era come to an end." A message underneath the post wrote: "Goodbye, it's been amazing." This sparked controversy amongst fans as they wondered if Arthur was deleting his social media account. READ MORE IN ARTHUR & BRIAN However, the 44-year-old was quick to clear up the confusion in a short clip on his Instagram story. The dad-of-two told fans: "I think we need to quickly recap regarding the website post I posted yesterday. "I am deleting the website and it is goodbye, goodbye, goodbye, but unfortunately for you guys I am not going anywhere." Arthur continued: "You guys know how much I love my social media, so I will be staying right here, you've still got me, you're not going to get rid of me that easy." MOST READ IN THE IRISH SUN The TV star admitted that he felt "very emotional" deleting his website yesterday as it held so many memories from his career. The Armenian native explained that when he began his dancing career, he built the website as a portfolio for his work . Arthur Gourounlian reveals end of era He added: "But these days people don't want to use your website, they only use Instagram." Arthur clarified that what he used the website for was "not the point" of his statement on social media. And the dancer confessed that he wanted to show fans how emotional it felt for him to delete all his content from over 15 years. 'DIFFERENT DIRECTION' Arthur admitted that he was in floods of tears when it came to actually deleting the site, which left his husband, He said: "Brian was like, 'Why are you crying?', and I was like, 'You just don't understand'. Because it is all very emotional and close to my heart. "Some people I've worked with are not with us anymore and I was just going over everything I've done." Arthur finished off the video by stating: "I am in a new chapter in my life and I didn't need it anymore, I'm moving forward. "I'm going in a different direction and that can be really good."
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘World is sadder place without you' – Heartache as ‘kind & gentle' young Irish dad dies suddenly on holiday in Bali
HEARTBREAKING tributes have poured in for a young Irishman who died suddenly while holidaying in Bali earlier this month. Jack Power, aged in his late 20s, passed away "suddenly" on the stunning island, which is a province of Advertisement 2 Jack Power sadly passed away while on holiday earlier this month Credit: 2 The dad-of-one's funeral details will be confirmed at a later date Credit: GoFundMe The tragic dad-of-one originally hailed from Carrick-on-Suir in Co In heartbreaking notice online, his family confirmed his passing. It read: "Deeply regretted by his loving mother Caroline, father Owen, beautiful daughter Melania, loving sister Anastasia, brothers Harry and Conor, grandparents Helen and Gerry, uncles, aunts, niece, nephew, cousins, relatives and friends." Jack's funeral details will be announced at a later stage but his family has requested that any desired donations go to Advertisement READ MORE IRISH NEWS The charity helps people across the country to bring home their loved one's following death abroad. It is understood they are assisting the Power family. Jack's heartbroken brother Harry has set up a He said: "I'm raising money towards the funeral costs of my beloved brother Jack Power. Advertisement MOST READ ON THE IRISH SUN "Jack passed away suddenly and we need to fly him home to give him the send off he truly deserves. "Please can everyone share and donate any amount is greatly appreciated. All funds will go towards the funeral costs and go directly to Jacks family. Thank you." The ' 'GONE TOO SOON' Heartbreaking tributes have been pouring in online as news of Jack's passing continues to shock and devastate the local community. Advertisement One mourner said: "Jack you were such a kind gentle person always had a smile and a big heart. "Rest in peace my love always have a place in my heart look after your mum and family their hearts are [broken]." Another added: "No words. What a loss. What a beautiful person. "World is a sadder place without you Jack. I am so so sorry for your loss Caroline and family." Advertisement A third said: "Rest in Peace Jack. What a lovely young man you were. Will be missed by all who knew you." A fourth told how Jack was "a lovely boy" who is "gone too soon".
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- The Irish Sun
‘Stop before someone seriously hurt' plea as petrol bombs & missiles hurled at cops during 2nd night of Derry disorder
A LOCAL MP in Derry has pleaded with people to "stop causing havoc" after a second night of disorder yesterday. It is understood two Catholic boys were allegedly attacked in April, with ongoing issues across 1 Colum Eastwood is begging parents to have sit down conversations with their children Credit: Brian Lawless/PA Wire These tensions erupted in violent disorder with large crowds gathering in areas across the city on Monday and Tuesday night. The Missiles were also thrown as part of the unrest outside a facility for the elderly in the area. An 18-year-old and a 13-year-old were arrested on Monday night on suspicion of riotous behaviour. READ MORE IN NEWS Both were later released. Colum Eastwood MP is now pleading with young people to avoid getting sucked into violence that will "haunt" them as he slammed the recent disorder. He also pleaded with parents to prevent their children engaging in antisocial behavior and have sit down conversations with their children about the violence seen across Mr Eastwood said: "For the second night in a row young people put themselves and others in danger around Nailor's Row. MOST READ ON THE IRISH SUN "It's the last thing that anyone in the city wants or needs and it needs to stop before someone is seriously hurt or worse. Yobs hurl petrol bombs, fireworks and bottles at cops in FIFTH night of riots as chaos spreads to new town 'Elderly people living in nearby Alexander House were left worried and distressed about what was happening around their homes. They don't want or deserve that. 'The last thing that any of us wants is for young people in Derry to throw away their futures for a moment of madness. "I'm urging parents to sit down with their kids today, talk to them about this and about the violence across the North over the last week. "Explain to them the impact that it has on our community, the danger they're putting themselves in and the serious risk that a criminal conviction will follow and have a lasting impact on their lives. 'There is a lot of good community work going on to minimise disorder. I know there are first class outreach and engagement workers that are trying to give young people an alternative to this. "It's really important that we invest in those projects and provide people in the city with the tools to divert young people from this kind of future.' 'AVOID THE AREA' Police warned people to avoid the area last night as the disorder broke out for the second night. In a statement they said: "Police are dealing with ongoing disorder in the Nailors Row area of Derry / Londonderry this evening, Tuesday June 17. 'A number of missiles, including masonry and petrol bombs, have been thrown towards officers. "We would ask motorists and pedestrians to avoid the area until further notice." BALLYMENA RIOTS The disorder in Derry comes just days after almost a The unrelated disorder 2,500 people gathered after a teenage girl was allegedly the victim of a serious sexual assault last weekend. The crowd had initially gathered to support the family of the girl but violence broke out later in the evening, with homes being smashed in and missiles thrown through the windows. Several people were arrested and are due in court, with police requesting public help identifying further suspects. It is reported 64 officers were injured amid the
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Irish Sun
Taoiseach Micheal Martin's office vandalised with red paint amid details of ‘intimidatory & abusive' personal threats
THE office of Taoiseach Micheál Martin has been vandalised, the third such attack in weeks. The attack took place last night at the Taoiseach's constituency office in Turner's Cross on the Southside of 2 Taioseach Micheal Martin has received personal threats to his office Credit: Cillian Sherlock/PA Wire 2 The Taoiseach's constituency office was vandalised with paint last night Credit: Collect The window of the office was daubed with the words 'Zionist pawn' in black paint. Red paint was used to deface the door and walls of the building. It comes after personal threats were previously made against the A spokesperson for Mr Martin's office told us: "I can confirm there was an act of vandalism on the constituency office last night. This is the third such attack. READ MORE IRISH NEWS "Personal threats have also previously been sent to the office, warning the Taoiseach it will be made impossible for him to navigate in public spaces. "This is a working office with constituency staff acting on a daily basis to support the community on various issues. 'Those responsible for the criminal acts and intimidatory and abusive threats are fundamentally anti-democratic." The spokesperson added: "We believe the vast majority of people who are appalled by the situation in Gaza would have nothing to do with such actions." MOST READ ON THE IRISH SUN A poster was also pinned to the door of the office. It claimed the Irish Government has been "complicit in the apartheid, occupation and genocide of the Palestinian people inflicted by Israel." Technical experts were in attendance today and were collecting evidence at the site. The office has a number of CCTV cameras and Gardai have collected footage and are examining this, hoping it will lead to an early arrest.
