Mourners are gathering in Dublin for a public wake for Irish musician Glen Hansard, according to RTE.ie. The event is taking place ahead of his funeral, which is scheduled for tomorrow, as reported by The Journal.
RTE.ie describes Hansard as a "powerhouse of self-belief and passion" in its coverage. The Irish Independent adds that Hansard continued to visit his childhood home in Ballymun for decades after his family had moved away, often chatting about how happy he had been living there.
The wake, which began in Dublin today, is expected to draw thousands of attendees, RTE.ie reports. A death notice published on RIP.ie lists Celbridge, Kildare as his place of residence at the time of his passing.
Hansard was widely known for his work as a musician and actor, though specific details of his career are not included in the available reporting. The public nature of the wake reflects the deep connection he had with fans and the broader community.
The funeral is set to take place tomorrow, following the two-day public mourning period. Further details about the service have not been disclosed in the reports cited.
For those unable to attend in person, the coverage suggests that the outpouring of public support will continue through the funeral proceedings. The coming days will likely see additional tributes from colleagues and public figures, though none have been detailed in the current reporting.
