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Fair City star Alan O'Neill has died aged 47

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09:29 8 Jun 2018


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O'Neill played 'Keith' on Fair City for six-seasons

Fair City star Alan O'Neill has died at the age of 47, his manager has confirmed.

He was found dead in his apartment in Los Angeles on Wednesday night.

A cause of death has yet to be released, but it has been reported that O'Neill suffered with heart problems.

He was well known in Ireland for his role as Keith McGrath in Fair City before going on to star as Hugh in the cult motorbike gang drama Sons of Anarchy.

Speaking to RTÉ Entertainment a spokesperson for Fair City said:

"All of us are so deeply saddened to hear this terribly sad news. Alan was a breath of fresh air on set, always full of energy and passion. He was an absolute joy to work with.

"During his time on Fair City his contribution to both his character and the production was always peppered with an enthusiasm that became infectious, he will be missed greatly by all in Carrigstown.

"His family and friends are in our thoughts and this very difficult time. "


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