Michael Flatley
Michael Flatley is an acclaimed American dancer, choreographer, and musician, best known for creating and starring in the hit dance shows 'Riverdance,' 'Lord of the Dance,' and 'Feet of Flames.' Born on July 16, 1958, in Chicago, Illinois, Flatley is recognized for his innovative style and theatrical presentations, which have contributed to the global popularity of Irish dance. In recent news, he is involved in a legal dispute regarding a €30 million claim related to his mansion in County Cork, Ireland.
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Michael Flatley is embroiled in a legal battle with his former solicitor regarding the files related to his Cork mansion.
Michael Flatley seeks High Court order in dispute with his former solicitor – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-02-17
Michael Flatley is the creator of Lord of the Dance and performed at the show's anniversary in Dublin.
Lord of the Dance a electrizat Dublinul, în debutul turneului aniversar de 30 de ani. Spectacolul revine în România și se apropie de SOLD-OUT
Romania· 2026-02-14Michael Flatley is in court securing an injunction for the Lord of the Dance 30th anniversary show.
‘People laughed at TV jobs in Belfast!’ How Northern Ireland’s capital became the home of quality drama | Television
United Kingdom· 2026-02-13
Michael Flatley is the creator of Lord of the Dance and is currently involved in legal disputes over control of the show.
The whole Celtic kitschen sink plays out under Flatley’s watchful eye – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-06
Michael Flatley developed the Lord Of The Dance show and is involved in a legal dispute regarding its cancellation.
Dublin Lord Of The Dance show at 3Arena ‘cancelled’ due to Michael Flatley legal dispute – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-03Michael Flatley was jubilant after a judge ruled in his favour over a legal challenge that barred him from any involvement in upcoming Lord of the Dance productions.
Court skirmish shines light on Michael Flatley’s finances – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-30
Michael Flatley is to resume control of The Lord of the Dance after beating a legal challenge that had barred him from any involvement in the production’s upcoming 30th anniversary tour.
Judge lifts order against Michael Flatley in Lord of the Dance court dispute – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-29
Michael Flatley has said he will be 'calling his dancers' after a legal order blocking him from engaging with the Lord Of The Dance production was overturned by a court.
Michael Flatley wins Lord of the Dance court dispute – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-29
Michael Flatley has been living the 'lifestyle of a Monaco millionaire' by borrowing money.
Michael Flatley borrowed to fund ‘Monaco millionaire’ lifestyle, court hears – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-28Michael Flatley is barred from participating in the Lord of the Dance tour due to a legal dispute with the management company.
Firm barring Michael Flatley from Lord of the Dance tour just a ‘management agent’, court hears – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-28
Michael Flatley is the creator of Lord of the Dance and is currently involved in a legal dispute regarding his participation in the production.
Upcoming Lord of the Dance shows placed in jeopardy by legal action, court hears – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-16
Michael Flatley is a dancer and choreographer known for his work in the show Lord of the Dance.
‘You can feel the energy in Castlehyde at Christmas. I’m big on energy’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-08
Michael Flatley is involved in a court dispute over costs related to works at his mansion.
Michael Flatley says he will appeal court decision over costs security in mansion works dispute – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-08
Michael Flatley was mentioned as one of the celebrities who considered running for the presidency.
Candidata de izquierda Connolly ganó las presidenciales en Irlanda
Venezuela· 2025-10-26
Michael Flatley was among the celebrities who expressed interest in running for president.
Leftwinger Catherine Connolly wins Ireland presidential election by landslide | IrelandUnited Kingdom· 2025-10-25
Michael Flatley was another celebrity who contemplated running for the presidency.
Varžovei pripažinus pralaimėjimą rinkimuose, naująja Airijos prezidente taps Catherine Connolly
Lithuania· 2025-10-25Michael Flatley is an Irish-American dancer who had initially thought about running for president but chose not to.
Présidentielle en Irlande : la candidate indépendante de gauche Catherine Connolly donnée gagnante, son unique rivale reconnaît sa défaite
France· 2025-10-25Michael Flatley is an Irish-American dancer who had initially thought about running for president but later withdrew.
Présidentielle en Irlande : Catherine Connolly, proche de la gauche, donnée favorite pour succéder à Michael HigginsFrance· 2025-10-25
The list included others, including Michael Flatley.
the candidates, how to vote, the powers of the president, and when will we know the result? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-21
Michael Flatley is one of the international stars featured at the Fleadh Cheoil.
the best new shows to watch, starting tonight – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-19
Michael Flatley is known for his groundbreaking performances in Irish dance, particularly in Riverdance and Lord of the Dance.
‘I grew up a boxer, swinging sledgehammers on construction sites’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-16
Sean Corcoran worked on high-end projects such as the refurbishment of Michael Flatley’s Castlehyde.
Up Crockery Mountain, Dungarvan’s smashing monument to too much stuff – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-13
Michael Flatley is known for his groundbreaking performances in Riverdance and Lord of the Dance.
‘I absolutely went for it!’ Michael Flatley on sex, swagger, Riverdance – and tapping his feet 35 times a second | Michael FlatleyUnited Kingdom· 2025-10-09
Michael Flatley was mentioned as an exotic suggestion for a presidential candidate but was dismissed.
How did Fianna Fáil miss the tenant story? Five questions after Jim Gavin’s withdrawal – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-06
The list included others, including Michael Flatley.
A beginner’s guide to the Irish presidential election – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-05Michael Flatley is a dancer who was among the attendees at the book launch.
Def Leppard frontman’s neighbour rocked by high decibels emanating from Stepaside home – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-28
If chutzpah and self-confidence were the attributes most prized in an Irish president, Michael Flatley would surely win in a canter.
Maria Steen criticises ‘oppressive’ political consensus after failing to secure nomination – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-24
Michael Flatley is a Riverdance star rumored to be joining the race for the next president of Ireland.
‘I can speak more freely - and go to the gym’: former Irish taoiseach Leo Varadkar on Trump, the ‘snogging scandal’ and his country’s anti-immigrant backlash | Leo VaradkarUnited Kingdom· 2025-09-13
The appalling Galway Girl stomped all over Irish traditional music like a thousand Michael Flatleys.
Ed Sheeran has just released an album. Why didn’t he want The Irish Times to hear it? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-12
Michael Flatley is a Riverdance star who has pulled out of the presidential race.
Meet the three hopefuls who will be on the ballot paper next month – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-12