'I adore her': Paul Mescal on his chemistry with Jessie Buckley in Golden Globe-winning Hamnet

Both actors attended the Irish premiere of Hamnet in Dublin
Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley at the Irish premiere of 'Hamnet' at the Light House in Dublin. The film is released in cinemas nationwide on January 9. Picture: Leah Farrell/RollingNews

Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley at the Irish premiere of 'Hamnet' at the Light House in Dublin. The film is released in cinemas nationwide on January 9. Picture: Leah Farrell/RollingNews

Mon, 12 Jan, 2026 - 14:54
Cara O'Doherty

This article was first published on December 13, 2025.

Despite the crisp winter air, eager film fans lined up, determined to catch a glimpse of Irish stars Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal in Dublin as they arrived for the much-anticipated premiere of Hamnet.

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