Hundreds gather at Dublin cathedral for Glen Hansard's funeral, stars perform
Hundreds attended Glen Hansard's funeral at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Dublin, where musicians including Markéta Irglová and Eddie Vedder performed.
Glen Hansard’s funeral on Tuesday attracted hundreds of mourners to St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Dublin, prompting limited entry due to the size of the gathering. Among those photographed entering were notable figures like Bono, Steve Coogan, Hozier and Imelda May. Musical tributes included a performance by Markéta Irglová alongside Eddie Vedder, joined by Thomas Bartlett and the Frames for “The Song of Good Hope.”
Hansard’s wife Maire thanked the public for the extensive support, noting the difficulty of the moment for their three-year-old son. His brothers Richard and Gary spoke about his generosity, storytelling, and influence on family and friends, with several musicians adding songs to the program. The event celebrated his career with the Frames, solo work, and his Oscar-winning contribution to the film Once.
Why it matters
The funeral underscores Hansard’s cultural impact and the broad respect he earned across music and film communities.
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