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Michael Flatley's wife Niamh O'Brien dies

Original: michael flatley

Michael Flatley, the Irish dancer and creator of Riverdance, has announced the death of his wife, Niamh O'Brien. In a statement, Flatley said his 'heart is broken' following her passing. The news is drawing tributes and condolences from around the world, with the story trending in the UK, US, Canada and Australia.

Why now: The death of Michael Flatley's wife, announced by Flatley himself, is prompting widespread public sympathy and media coverage.

Michael FlatleyNiamh O'BrienRiverdance

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Rank over time, top of the chart is #1. 2 snapshots from 4 h ago to 4 h ago.

Evidence

• Michael Flatley says 'heart is broken' after death of wife, Niamh O'Brien · BBC

Elsewhere

• GgoogleAU #10 · 19 h ago
• GgoogleCA #9 · 22 h ago
• GgoogleUS #9 · 23 h ago
• GgoogleGB #9 · 1 d ago

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