Top 10 facts about Robert Sheehan you never knew
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- 04 Jan 2022
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You may know him from the Netflix hit Umbrella Academy, but Robert Sheehan was no stranger to film and television before his performance in the popular series.
Having already starred in hugely successful productions such as the RTÉ gangland drama Love Hate and E4’s supernatural series Misfits, his role as Klaus in Umbrella Academy fits him like a glove.
With a lengthy list of movies and TV shows under his belt, rest assured there are many facts to learn about this experienced Irish actor. Ranked in order from well-known to surprising, we present the top ten facts about Robert Sheehan you never knew.
10. He is from Portlaoise in Co. Laois – one of the facts about Robert Sheehan you never knew
Robert Sheehan was born in Portlaoise on 7 January 1988. Laois is a small and densely populated county in the midlands of Ireland.
Robert Sheehan loves the support he receives from his hometown. In 2019, an Umbrella Academy billboard was erected in Portlaoise with the words, ‘Super Sheehan, Super Hero.’ written on it, to which the actor expressed his gratitude on Instagram.
9. He is a published author – readers, take note
Through watching Robert Sheehan’s portrayal of unique and layered characters, we know that he has a knack for storytelling.
In his collection of short stories, Disappearing Act, Sheehan melts into different characters, delving deep into their true nature as a means of revealing their stories.
The acclaimed Irish author Patrick Mc Cabe has described Sheehan’s work as “a whacked-out kaleidoscopic miasma of delightful abandon and fun!”
Well, that sounds like a book for the ‘to be read’ pile!
8. He prefers Cork to Dublin – the great Irish debate
Fans of Ireland’s capital, also known as ‘The Big Smoke ’, may want to skip past this fact!
In a 2019 Netflix interview, the actor admitted that County Cork embodies the real ‘Irishness’ that we all know and love. Do you agree?
7. He has worked with Rupert Grint – another favourite actor of ours
Robert Sheehan starred alongside the Harry Potter actor in a 2009 movie called Cherrybomb.
The movie follows the wild escapades of two teenage friends fighting over a girl. It is well worth the watch to see two of your favourite actors together in one movie. Read More…
