Daragh O'Malley is a renowned Irish actor, born in Limerick, Ireland, to a politician and a medical doctor. He received his training at the prestigious London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art.
O'Malley is widely recognized for his versatility and range, having taken on numerous roles in film, television, and theatre. One of his most notable performances was as Patrick Harper in the long-running and iconic Sharpe TV series, starring alongside Sean Bean.
After a twelve-year hiatus from the stage, O'Malley returned to UK theatre in 2012, playing the role of Father Jack in Dancing at Lughnasa. He quickly followed this up with a performance as the fiery John Rainey in a London revival of Irvine's Mixed Marriage, earning rave reviews from critics, including Michael Billington of The Guardian, who praised his "towering" performance.
In 2014-15, O'Malley took on the role of Big Daddy in a widely acclaimed production of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof at The Royal Exchange in Manchester. His performance earned him a nomination for an MTA Best Actor award, and UK's The Stage selected it as one of the Top Five Performances in UK Theatre in 2015.
In 2016, O'Malley toured the UK, playing the role of Inspector Belsize in a major production of Night Must Fall. The following year, he took on the leading role of the corrupt Russian cop Ivan in the UK Premiere of Gorky's The Last Ones in London's West End, earning a nomination for a West End Best Actor Award.
Throughout his career, O'Malley has consistently demonstrated his talent and dedication to his craft, earning him a reputation as one of the most respected and versatile actors in the industry.
