Michael Flatley ‘honoured’ to be chosen to lead Cork parade

Dance legend Michael Flatley has spoken of his honour after agreeing to lead Cork’s St Patrick’s Day parade. The multi-millionaire Lord of the Dance and Feet of Flames superstar, who was made a freeman of Cork in 2007 said: “I am truly honoured to be chosen as grand marshal of the Cork St Patrick’s Day Parade, in the county my family and I now call home.

Michael Flatley ‘honoured’ to be chosen to lead Cork parade

“The parade is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate Irish culture and I’m looking forward to meeting musicians, Irish dancers, and artistic groups from all over Cork and Ireland.

“I am really proud of Cork. It’s a thriving city with so much to offer residents and tourists alike.”

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