Maire O'Neill

Maire O'Neill

Deceased · Born: Jan 12, 1885 · Died: Nov 2, 1952

Personal Details

BornJan 12, 1885 Dublin, Ireland
Spouse
  • Arthur Sinclair

    ( Jun 1, 1926 to May 14, 2025 )
  • G.H. Mair

    ( Jun 1, 1911 to Jan 3, 1926 )

Biography

Maire O'Neill, a renowned actress of her time, was born on January 12, 1885, in the vibrant city of Dublin, Ireland, a country steeped in rich cultural heritage.

Throughout her illustrious career, she captivated audiences with her remarkable performances in a wide range of films, including the beloved classic "A Christmas Carol" (1951),the gripping drama "The Fugitive" (1939),and the poignant social commentary "Love on the Dole" (1941).

In her personal life, Maire O'Neill was twice married, first to Arthur Sinclair, and later to G.H. Mair, with whom she shared a deep and abiding love.

Tragically, her life was cut short when she passed away on November 2, 1952, in Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK, leaving behind a legacy of unforgettable performances and a lasting impact on the world of cinema.

Career

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1980
Cry of the Innocent
Cry of the Innocent as Hotel Manageress
{"id":166801,"title":"The Fighting Prince of Donegal","year":"1966","character":"Moire's Sister","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-fighting-prince-of-donegal","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_166801.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_166801.jpg"},"released":1}
1966
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1953
The Horse's Mouth
The Horse's Mouth as Mrs. Lenham
{"id":174370,"title":"Treasure Hunt","year":"1952","character":"Bridgid O'Keefe","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/treasure-hunt-1952","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_174370.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_174370.jpg"},"released":1}
1952
Treasure Hunt
Treasure Hunt as Bridgid O'Keefe
{"id":524,"title":"A Christmas Carol","year":"1951","character":"Alice's Patient","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/a-christmas-carol-1951","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_524.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_524.jpg"},"released":1}
1951
A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol as Alice's Patient
{"id":68343,"title":"The Clouded Yellow","year":"1950","character":"Nora","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-clouded-yellow","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_68343.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_68343.jpg"},"released":1}
1950
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1949
Saints and Sinners
Saints and Sinners as Ma Murnaghan
{"id":70091,"title":"They Met at Midnight","year":"1946","character":"Mrs. Milligan","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/they-met-at-midnight","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_70091.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_70091.jpg"},"released":1}
1946
They Met at Midnight
They Met at Midnight as Mrs. Milligan
{"id":70116,"title":"Mystery of the Green Finger","year":"1946","character":"Mrs. Neddy","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/mystery-of-the-green-finger","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_70116.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_70116.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":70335,"title":"Great Day","year":"1945","character":"Mrs. Bridget Walsh","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/great-day","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_70335.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_70335.jpg"},"released":1}
1945
Great Day
Great Day as Mrs. Bridget Walsh
{"id":175177,"title":"Query","year":"1945","character":"Mrs Moore","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/query-1945","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_175177.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_175177.jpg"},"released":1}
Query
Query as Mrs Moore
{"id":189282,"title":"Theatre Royal","year":"1943","character":"Mrs. Cope","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/theatre-royal","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_189282.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_189282.jpg"},"released":1}
1943
Theatre Royal
Theatre Royal as Mrs. Cope
{"id":95142,"title":"Let the People Sing","year":"1942","character":"Mrs. Mitterley","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/let-the-people-sing","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_95142.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_95142.jpg"},"released":1}
1942
Let the People Sing
Let the People Sing as Mrs. Mitterley
{"id":175529,"title":"Courageous Mr. Penn","year":"1942","character":"Cook","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/courageous-mr-penn","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_175529.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_175529.jpg"},"released":1}
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1941
Love on the Dole
Love on the Dole as Mrs. Dorbell
{"id":204871,"title":"You Will Remember","year":"1941","character":"Mrs. Barrett","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/you-will-remember","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_204871.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_204871.jpg"},"released":1}
You Will Remember
You Will Remember as Mrs. Barrett
{"id":15216,"title":"Convoy","year":"1940","character":"Mary Hogan","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/convoy-1940","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_15216.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_15216.jpg"},"released":1}
1940
Convoy
Convoy as Mary Hogan
{"id":72240,"title":"The Arsenal Stadium Mystery","year":"1939","character":"Housekeeper","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-arsenal-stadium-mystery","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_72240.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_72240.jpg"},"released":1}
1939
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The Fugitive
The Fugitive as Neighbour
{"id":72893,"title":"Oh Boy!","year":"1938","character":"Mrs. Baggs","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/oh-boy-1938","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_72893.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_72893.jpg"},"released":1}
1938
Oh Boy!
Oh Boy! as Mrs. Baggs
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Little Miss Molly
Little Miss Molly as Mrs O'Shea
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{"id":72760,"title":"Penny Paradise","year":"1938","character":"Widow Clegg","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/penny-paradise","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_72760.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_72760.jpg"},"released":1}
Penny Paradise
Penny Paradise as Widow Clegg
{"id":74317,"title":"Sing As We Go!","year":"1934","character":"Madame Osiris","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/sing-as-we-go","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_74317.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_74317.jpg"},"released":1}
1934
Sing As We Go!
Sing As We Go! as Madame Osiris
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1929
Juno and the Paycock
Juno and the Paycock as Maisie Madigan