Danika McGuigan, left, with her Can’t Cope, Won’t Cope co-star Seana Kerslake. Photograph: RTÉThe actress starred in number of TV shows and movies including RTÉ's Can't Cope, won't cope.
The actress Danika McGuigan has died at the age of 33. Danika, who is the daughter of former boxing champion Barry McGuigan, passed away following a battle with cancer yesterday morning.
Ms McGuigan starred in a number of television and movie projects, including "Philomena" and "Can't Cope, won't cope".
The Agency which represented Danika says she was an incredible and versatile talent who lit up screens.
In a statement, her family said “It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of our beautiful daughter and sister, Danika ‘Nika’ McGuigan.
“After a brief but brave battle against cancer, Nika passed away peacefully in the early hours of Tuesday 23rd July, surrounded by her loving family.
“As a family we are devastated and ask for complete privacy during this difficult period to allow us to grieve for our Nika.”
