Glen Hansard
IrelandmusicianMaleb. 19705.8Global Dominance: 0.02%Glen Hansard is an acclaimed Irish singer-songwriter and musician, best known for his work as the frontman of the folk-rock band The Frames and his collaboration with Markéta Irglová in the duo The Swell Season. He gained international recognition after the release of the film 'Once,' for which he co-wrote the Academy Award-winning song 'Falling Slowly.' With a career spanning over two decades, Hansard is celebrated for his heartfelt lyrics and passionate performances, often exploring themes of love, loss, and human connection.
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Footage of Glen Hansard was recently unearthed following his death.
Sam Fender and Olivia Dean have broken a chart record with Rein Me In. You know the one. Don’t you? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-08-08
Glen Hansard was an exceptional singer who passed away in a motorcycle accident.
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Andorra· 2026-08-06
Glen Hansard was recently put to rest, noted by Ray D’Arcy at Brenda Fricker's funeral.
Friends and neighbours remember ‘Queen of the Liberties’ Brenda Fricker – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-08-06
Glen Hansard, who won an Oscar for his work on the film Once, passed away at the age of 56, leaving behind a grieving family and millions of fans.
Müzik dünyası en acı günde buluştu... Kocasının cenazesinde de böyle yapmıştı... Genç yaşta ölen ünlü müzisyeni gülerek uğurladı
Turkey· 2026-08-05
Thousands of people turned out for Glen Hansard's funeral in Dublin.
Thousands turn out for Glen Hansard's funeral in Dublin – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-08-04Glen Hansard was an artist and musician whose funeral was attended by many celebrities and mourners.
A wicker coffin, a grieving widow and a son too young to be there – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-08-04
Glen Hansard was remembered at his funeral as a giant of Irish music.
Glen Hansard’s ‘life, talent, generosity and kindness’ remembered at funeral – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-08-04
Glen Hansard is remembered for his role in the protest at Apollo House.
Where is the line when it comes to protest? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-08-03
Glen Hansard was a much-loved singer-songwriter who lay in state at his funeral wake.
Musician rests in peace to backdrop of fiddles, flutes and songs – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-08-03
Glen Hansard tributes were a highlight at the festival.
The weekend in pictures – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-08-03
Glen Hansard was honored with tributes from thousands of music lovers and Irish musicians after his death.
Kneecap, a Greta Thunberg appearance, and endless Portaloo queues – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-08-03
Christy Moore pays tribute to Glen Hansard at All Together now as fans sing The Auld Triangle.
Christy Moore pays tribute to Glen Hansard at All Together now as fans sing The Auld Triangle – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-08-02
A rousing Auld Triangle is dedicated to the late Glen Hansard, whom Moore remembers as a dear friend and collaborator.
A rousing Auld Triangle is dedicated to the late Glen Hansard – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-08-01
Glen Hansard was a prominent figure in the Irish music scene and known for his social activism.
Ireland has become a colder house for artists like Glen Hansard – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-08-01
Glen Hansard is mentioned as a fan at the All Together Now festival, highlighting the event's appeal to music lovers.
Jarvis Cocker radiates rock-star aura and dark wit – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-08-01
Glen Hansard was an Oscar-winning musician who died in a motorcycle crash.
Gardaí trying to piece together Glen Hansard’s last movements after leaving west Dublin pub – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-08-01Glen Hansard, who died earlier this week, will definitely be remembered.
Thousands of music, Mayo and Glen Hansard fans descend on All Together Now – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-31
Glen Hansard was an actor and singer-songwriter who died in a motorbike crash.
Public wake for Glen Hansard to take place next week ahead of funeral – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-31
Glen Hansard has died in a motorcycle crash, prompting widespread tributes to his life and music.
It started with unbridled joy, ended in unvarnished grief – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-31
Glen Hansard was a renowned Irish musician who tragically lost his life in an accident.
Ultimele imagini cu muzicianul irlandez Glen Hansard, înainte de accidentul fatal. A câștigat un Oscar, dar a rămas omul cu chitara din puburile Dublinului
Romania· 2026-07-31Glen Hansard was remembered by fans who gathered to celebrate his music and legacy after his tragic death.
Glen Hansard fans take to the street to sing and remember – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-30
Glen Hansard was an Irish musician, actor, and activist who was remembered fondly by many for his lively character and charitable work.
Members of the public sign book of condolences for Glen Hansard – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-30
Glen Hansard was Ireland’s band leader and an international representative of Irish musicality.
Glen Hansard was Ireland’s band leader, something Bono or Geldof couldn’t be – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-30
Glen Hansard was a generous artist whose tragic death has robbed Ireland of one of its most singular artistic voices.
a singular, generous artist – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-30
Glen Hansard was an Irish musician, singer, and actor who died in a motorcycle accident in Dublin.
V nesreči z motorjem umrl irski prejemnik oskarja Glen Hansard
Slovenia· 2026-07-29Glen Hansard, an Irish musician and actor, passed away at the age of 56 after a motorcycle accident in Dublin.
Jutarnji list - Poginuo poznati irski glazbenik. Bono Vox napisao dirljivu posvetu, javio se i Bruce Springsteen: 'Slomljeni smo'
Croatia· 2026-07-29
Glen Hansard, an Irish musician and actor, passed away at the age of 56 after a motorcycle accident in Dublin.
Jutarnji list - Poginuo poznati irski glazbenik. Bono Vox napisao dirljivu posvetu, javio se i Bruce Springsteen: 'Slomljeni smo'Croatia· 2026-07-29Glen Hansard is remembered by Bono as a kind and angelic presence who cared deeply for others.
Bono pays tribute to late friend Glen Hansard – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-29
Glen Hansard, the Academy Award-winning musician behind the beloved song 'Falling Slowly' and star of the acclaimed film 'Once,' has died after a motorcycle crash in Dublin.
Glen Hansard, Oscar-winning 'Once' and 'Falling Slowly' singer, dead at 56
United States· 2026-07-29
Glen Hansard, an Irish artist and Oscar-winning songwriter, tragically passed away in a motorcycle accident in Dublin.
อุบัติเหตุคร่าชีวิต “เกลน แฮนซาร์ด” ศิลปินรางวัลออสการ์
Thailand· 2026-07-29
