- Michael Patrick, an Irish actor and writer, has died at the age of 35.
- He was known for his role as a wildling rioter in season six of Game of Thrones.
- Patrick passed away peacefully at the Northern Ireland Hospice.
Irish actor and writer Michael Patrick, known for his brief role as a wildling rioter in season six of Game of Thrones, has passed away at the age of 35. He died peacefully at the Northern Ireland Hospice following a battle with motor neurone disease.
Motor neurone disease (MND) is a progressive condition that affects the nerves responsible for movement and currently has no cure, according to the UK’s National Health Service.
The actor’s wife, Naomi Sheehan, confirmed his passing in an emotional Instagram post shared on Wednesday, April 8. She revealed that Patrick, affectionately known as Mick, was diagnosed with the illness in February 2023 and had been moved to hospice care just ten days before his death.
According to Naomi, he spent his final moments surrounded by close family and friends. She expressed deep grief over the loss, saying the pain of losing him is beyond words.
She also paid a heartfelt tribute to her husband, describing him as an extraordinary individual who embraced life with passion, laughter, and a vibrant spirit. She referred to him as a towering figure with red hair who left a lasting impression on everyone he encountered.
Naomi further shared one of Mick’s favourite quotes by Irish writer Brendan Behan, noting that it reflected his philosophy on life: the importance of enjoying simple pleasures like food, drink, and love.
Following the news of his passing, fans and colleagues have flooded social media with tributes, celebrating his lively personality, humour, and the inspiration he brought to those around him.
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Read some comments below:
@mndassoc:”We are so sorry to hear that Mick has died, Naomi. He was a great advocate for motor neurone disease, a talented actor and a lovely man. We are sending you lots of love and remain here to support you. 🧡”
@clairehannabelfast:”What a tremendous loss to his family, to art, to Belfast. An exceptional man on so many levels.”
@amy.trigg:”Sending you so much love Naomi ❤️ Mick made me laugh so, so hard – often when we weren’t supposed to be laughing! He was one of the first people who encouraged me to send off my writing into the world. I owe him a lot. A 10/10 human all round! No notes”
@accidentalemily:”the love can’t get any bigger. never met a guy who appreciated shakespeare & sandwiches with such equal respect & delight. such love for everything, to you and all his family & close ones. such love ❤️”
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