Barack Obama pays tribute to ‘great musician’ Glen Hansard
Former US President Barack Obama and actor Ben Stiller have paid tribute to Irish musician Glen Hansard following his death in a motorcycle crash. Fans and colleagues have gathered in Dublin to honor the artist's legacy and charitable work.
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The death of a prominent cultural figure often serves as a focal point for public mourning and reflection on their contributions to art and social causes.
Former US president Barack Obama has paid tribute to Irish musician, actor and activist Glen Hansard following his death in a motorcycle crash on Wednesday.
In a post on X, Obama included the Irishman’s 2012 ballad Song of Good Hope among a list of tracks he has spent the summer listening to.
“Here are some of the songs I’ve been listening to this summer,” the former president said.
“It starts with a song Michelle and I love by Glen Hansard, a great musician who passed tragically this week. Our hearts go out to his family.”
Here are some of the songs I've been listening to this summer. It starts with a song Michelle and I love by Glen Hansard, a great musician who passed tragically this week. Our hearts go out to his family. pic.twitter.com/3A1trYfXfx
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