Person: Sinead O'Connor

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<p>Sinéad O'Connor: When a record company wanted her to fit into the narrow confines of femininity — short skirts, long flowing hair — she went and shaved her head. They weren't best pleased.</p>

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Joyce Fegan: It's taken 30 years to revise Sinéad O'Connor

The industry was a long time learning they had gotten into bed with an activist and artist, not someone seeking fame and fortune

<p>Sinead O’Connor, the subject of documentary film, Nothing Compares.</p>

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Film Review: Nothing Compares reminds us Sinead O’Connor wasn’t just an important artist, but a vital one

O'Connor provides a wry but unrepentant voiceover commentary on her life

<p>Sinéad O'Connor used her platform to speak out: one of the subjects on which she took a stand was American foreign policy</p>

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Nothing compares to Sinead O'Connor: New film shines a light on outspoken singer

Sinead O'Connor was cancelled before cancel culture was a thing, and a new documentary focuses on the period in the early 1990s when she became such a controversial figure in the US

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Number of referrals to Camhs hit 11,700 last year

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Death of Shane O'Connor, 17, to spark inquiries

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Simply Red and Tom Grennan — Live at the Marquee 2022

'I'm gonna keep being fabulous' - Sinead O'Connor retracts retirement announcement

Ms O'Connor said her recent announcement was 'a knee-jerk reaction' to an insensitive interview

Mon, 07 Jun, 2021

Sinéad O’Connor: ‘I’ll always be a bit crazy, but that’s OK’

After a life marked by abuse, fame, scandal and struggle, the singer-songwriter says she never lost faith

Sat, 29 May, 2021

'An emotional, difficult season': Late Late Show viewers donate over €6m to charities

Viewers of the Late Late Show donated over €6 million to Irish charities since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Fri, 29 May, 2020

Friday's TV Highlights: A star-studded finale from the Late Late Show and a classic Brazil v France encounter

A star-studded finale from the Late Late Show and a classic Brazil v France encounter feature among today's top tips.

Fri, 29 May, 2020

Michael D, Saoirse Ronan and Colin Farrell to appear on star-studded Late Late Show

After her memorable performance of her hit Nothing Compares 2 U earlier this year, Sinead O'Connor returns to the studio where she will perform again

Thu, 28 May, 2020

Live at the Marquee cancelled due to coronavirus but returns to Cork docklands in 2021

Aiken Promotions today confirmed that although Live at the Marquee Cork will not go ahead this year, it will return back home in 2021 on the existing site at the Docklands Cork.

Fri, 24 Apr, 2020

#ShineYourLight: Glen Hansard joins chorus of people set to honour frontline workers tonight

People across the country are being urged to "Shine Your Light" at 9pm tonight to honour frontline staff and healthcare workers tackling the Covid-19 pandemic.

Sat, 11 Apr, 2020

Review: Tear-inducing tribute to trafficking victims among highlights of Sinead O'Connor gig

A tear-inducing tribute to the human trafficking victims was among the highlights of Sinead O'Connor's magnificent gig in Cork, writes Aine Bonner.

Sun, 27 Oct, 2019

The Late Late Show is back... with Lewis Capaldi, Love Island stars and more

The Late Late Show is back on our screens tomorrow for its 58th season and Ryan Tubridy's 11th year as the host.

Thu, 05 Sep, 2019

Love Island's Maura Higgins to appear on Late Late Show

Love Island star Maura Higgins has had a rocket rise to fame since her appearance on the reality show, and things don't seem to be slowing down for the Longford native.

Wed, 28 Aug, 2019

Evening Round-up: Teen dies in Cork hospital; Kerry triumphs; No-deal Brexit?

So that’s Sunday nearly wrapped up. Here’s some of the stories we published on irishexaminer.com today which we hope will help you make sense of it all this evening.

Sun, 11 Aug, 2019

Sinead O'Connor joins Sharon Shannon for two and a half hour set

Ahead of her four-date Irish tour in October Sinead O'Connor took to the stage at the Revival Music Festival in Listowel, Co Kerry.

Sun, 11 Aug, 2019

Sinead O'Connor announces first Irish tour dates in four years

Sinead O'Connor has announced a four-date Irish tour later this year.

Fri, 09 Aug, 2019

'I'm missing it': Sinead O'Connor on returning to music

Sinead O’Connor has said that she is feeling "really really good" and is looking forward to getting back to work.

Fri, 21 Jun, 2019

Action against singer Sinead O'Connor by former manager Fachtna O'Ceallaigh resolved amicably

High Court proceedings brought against singer Sinead O'Connor by her former manager Fachtna O'Ceallaigh and his company for alleged breach of contract and defamation have been resolved.

Wed, 01 May, 2019

Limerick students can return to rented property following High Court ruling

Four Limerick-based students are to be allowed back into the house they have been renting following a ruling by a High Court judge.

Thu, 25 Jan, 2018

Reality star Jeremy McConnell due in court accused of Stephanie Davis assault

Reality TV star Jeremy McConnell is due to appear in court today charged with assaulting on-off girlfriend Stephanie Davis.

Mon, 07 Aug, 2017

Sinead O'Connor among 101 taxpayers hit with €17.44m tax bill

Singer Sinead O’Connor is one of 101 taxpayers who have been caught for the under declaration of tax.

Tue, 27 Sep, 2016

Catch-up with what you've missed with our morning briefing

Good morning. Here’s everything you need to know before you start your day.

Wed, 18 May, 2016

Your Monday morning catch-up

Good morning. Here’s everything you need to know before you start your day.

Mon, 30 Nov, 2015

Sinead O'Connor publicly shames agent claiming she was CHARGED €4k for show

Sinead O’Connor has publicly slammed the team behind a recent performance in Germany, revealing she was paid only €500 for three shows - which, she claimed, generated more than €47,000 in revenue.

Tue, 18 Aug, 2015

VIDEO: Sligo shop owner channels Conor McGregor in epic sale announcement

The eccentric owner of a Sligo menswear shop has taken his love of Conor McGregor to the next level.

Thu, 23 Jul, 2015

Your Tuesday morning news round-up

Ervia CEO: Irish Water ’came up short’ on explaining charges; President Michael D Higgins makes an official visit to Britain today;Christian Benteke’s move to Liverpool could go through today, and Sinead O’Connor has cancelled her summer tour due to illness. Here’s this morning’s irishexaminer.com round-up.

Wed, 22 Jul, 2015