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In pictures: Glen Hansard's life and career from The Frames to Once

Oscar-winning Irish musician and activist Glen Hansard died in a motorcycle crash in Dublin on Wednesday. Here, we look back at his career through pictures

Glen Hansard. Picture: Luciano Viti/Getty Images

Wed, 29 Jul, 2026 - 13:48

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