Eilish O'Carroll is an actress, writer, comedian and cast-member of the popular BBC/RTÉ sitcom, Mrs. Brown's Boys where she plays the title character's best friend and neighbour, Winnie McGoogan. She also played Dr Flynn in the stage version of the show. Eilish is the sister of Mrs. Brown's Boys star and creator, Brendan O'Carroll.
Born: | 1952, Dublin, Ireland |
Occupation: | Actress, writer, comedian |
Television: | Mrs. Brown's Boys (2011–), All Round to Mrs. Brown's (2017–) |
Children: | 2 |
Relatives: | Brendan O'Carroll (brother) |
About Eilish O'Carroll
Best known for her role on the UK sitcom Mrs. Brown's Boys as Winnie McGoogan. She has been part of the various seasons of the show, as well as TV films and specials all relating to the sitcom.
Before Fame
She decided to pursue acting full-time in 1997 after moving back to Dublin from England. She had been a full-time housewife and beer sales representative in England prior to her move.
Achievement
She created and performed in her own one-woman stage show called "Live, Laugh, Love" in 2012. She performed at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, and did so to rave reviews.
Family Life
She was born and raised in Dublin, Ireland. Her parents are Maureen and Gerard O'Carroll.
Associations
She has starred alongside her brother, Brendan O'Carroll, who is also the co-creator, on the BBC/RTE sitcom Mrs. Brown's Boys.
Information related to Eilish O'Carroll
- Actresses from Dublin (city)
- 21st-century Irish actresses
- Irish television actresses
- Lesbian actresses