Actor John C Reilly: Great to ‘spread joy’ at St Patrick’s Day parade

John C Reilly at The Gravity Bar in the Guinness Storehouse, Dublin (Brian Lawless/PA)

The St Patrick’s Day parade will return to Ireland this year after a two-year break, with Hollywood actor John C Reilly as international guest of honour.

The Irish-American said it is a great opportunity to “spread joy” during a difficult time in the world.