Meet the Wexford stunt master whose credits include Bravehaert and Vikings

Rescued stallion Eros now stars in stunt shows and screen productions, thanks to the dedication of Wexford horse master David Byrne

From left: Jan Polak, Oisín Keegan, Paul Reck, Jack Gassmann, Tereza Prorok, and David Byrne, who started out performing stunts more than two decades ago after enjoying success both in modelling and as a movie extra. Picture: Patrick Browne

After being rescued from a life of relentless cruelty, Eros is now set to follow in the hoof prints of Hollywood stars such as Black Beauty.

Based in Wexford, the stallion is one of three stunt animals owned by David Byrne from DB stunts, who has worked with high-profile actors from Sean Penn to Cillian Murphy. The 64-year-old is one of the only horse masters in Ireland with certification from the Spanish Riding School in Spain which specialises in the art of classical horsemanship.