1970 - 2026
Glen Hansard Irish Singer
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Rest in Peace Glen Hansard.
Passed away on 29th July, 2026 aged 56.
Glen Hansard dating history
Relationships
Glen Hansard was previously married to Maire Saaritsa (2022 - 2026).
Glen Hansard was in a relationship with Markéta Irglová (2007 - 2009).
About
Irish Singer Glen Hansard was born Glen James Angus Hansard on 21st April, 1970 in Ballymun, Dublin, Ireland and passed away on 29th Jul 2026 Lucan, Dublin, Ireland aged 56. He is most remembered for winning an Academy Award for the song "Falling Slowly," fronting the rock band The Frames, and starring in the musical film Once. His zodiac sign is Taurus.
Relationship Statistics
| Type | Total | Longest | Average | Shortest |
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| Married | 1 |
6 years, 6 months
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| Dating | 1 |
2 years
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| Total | 2 |
6 years, 6 months
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4 years, 3 months
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2 years
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Details
| First Name |
Glen
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| Middle Name |
James Angus
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| Last Name |
Hansard
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| Full Name at Birth |
Glen James Angus Hansard
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| Alternative Name |
Glen Hansard, Glen James Angus Hansard, The Frames, Swell Season, The Swell Season
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| Birthday |
21st April, 1970
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| Birthplace |
Ballymun, Dublin, Ireland
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| Died |
29th July, 2026
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| Place of Death |
Lucan, Dublin, Ireland
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| Cause of Death |
Motorcycle crash
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| Height |
6' 0" (183 cm)
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| Build |
Average
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| Eye Color |
Blue
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| Hair Color |
Red
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| Zodiac Sign |
Taurus
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| Sexuality |
Straight
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| Ethnicity |
White
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| Nationality |
Irish
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| Occupation Text |
Singer-songwriter, musician, actor
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| Occupation |
Singer
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| Claim to Fame |
winning an Academy Award for the song "Falling Slowly," fronting the rock band The Frames, and starring in the musical film Once
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| Music Genre (Text) |
Folk Rock, Rock, Folk, alternative rock, indie folk, indie rock
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| Year(s) Active |
1983–present, 1990–present, 1990–2026
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| Instrument (text) |
Vocals, Guitar, Mandolin, piano
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| Record Label |
Plateau, Overcoat Recordings, Island
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| Associated Acts |
The Frames, The Swell Season, Markéta Irglová, Eddie Vedder
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| Official Websites |
http://www.theframes.ie, http://www.glenhansardmusic.com, http://glenhansard.com
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