Joe Lynch

Joe Lynch

Deceased · Born: Jul 16, 1925 · Died: Aug 1, 2001

Personal Details

BornJul 16, 1925 Mallow, County Cork, Ireland

Biography

Joe Lynch, a renowned actor, took his first breath on a sunny summer day, July 16, 1925, in the charming town of Mallow, situated in the picturesque County Cork, Ireland. This talented thespian left an indelible mark on the world of cinema, captivating audiences with his remarkable performances in a wide range of iconic films, including the beloved animated classic, Thumbelina, released in 1994, the critically acclaimed adaptation of James Joyce's modernist masterpiece, Ulysses, in 1967, and the long-running Irish soap opera, Glenroe, which aired from 1983 to 2001.

Throughout his life, Joe Lynch was deeply devoted to his loving wife, Marie, with whom he shared a profound bond. Together, they built a life filled with love, laughter, and a deep appreciation for the beauty of the world around them.

Tragically, Joe Lynch's life was cut short on August 1, 2001, when he passed away in Alicante, Spain, leaving behind a legacy that would continue to inspire and entertain generations to come.

Career

1994
Thumbelina
Thumbelina as Grundel (voice)
1993
1992
1990
The Animated Book of Mormon
The Animated Book of Mormon as Lamanite Captain / Nephite Captain (voice)
1986
Eat the Peach
Eat the Peach as Boss Murtagh
1980
The Outsider
The Outsider as Sean Thompson
1979
1976
Never Too Young to Rock
Never Too Young to Rock as Russian Soldier
1973
Never Mind the Quality: Feel the Width
Never Mind the Quality: Feel the Width as Patrick Brendan Kevin Aloysius Kelly
1970
Loot
Loot as Father O'Shaughnessy
1969
The Best House in London
The Best House in London as Policeman (uncredited)
1967
Ulysses
Ulysses as Blazes Boylan
Robbery
Robbery as Lorry driver (uncredited)
1965
Young Cassidy
Young Cassidy as 1st Hurler
1964
1963
The Running Man
The Running Man as Roy Tanner
1961
1960